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Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance.\nInformation Retrieval and Searching - Fully Competent\nWorks with full competence to utilize systems and tools required to search for new data or retrieve existing data in a database. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance.\nGeneral Experience\nMinimum of 3 years Reinsurance / insurance experience within a finance environment\nClaims experience advantageous\nManagerial Experience\nNot applicable\nEducation\nUndergraduate Degree or relevant certification\nRequired Behavioural Competencies\nEnsures Accountability\nTech Savvy\nPlans and Aligns\nManages Complexity\nFinancial Acumen\nOptimises Work Processes\nThe Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. 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