{"id":2627,"date":"2026-08-14T11:17:50","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T09:17:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/?page_id=2627"},"modified":"2026-10-23T09:43:52","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T07:43:52","slug":"claims-handler","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/en\/jobs\/claims-handler\/","title":{"rendered":"Claims Handler"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;0px&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;bottom&#8221; sd_row_height=&#8221;row_600px&#8221; sd_row_padding_top=&#8221;row_padding_top_30px&#8221; sd_row_padding_bottom=&#8221;row_padding_bottom_60px&#8221; sd_bg_color=&#8221;bg_blue_dark&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1792500593148{background-image: url(https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/azuro.jpg) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;fadeInLeft&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/12&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-breadcrumb  align-left marginbottom-40px\r\n        \">\r\n            <ul id=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"breadcrumbs\">\r\n            <li class=\"item-home\"><a class=\"bread-link bread-home\" href=\"https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/en\/\" title=\"Home\">Home<\/a><\/li>\r\n            <li class=\"separator separator-home\"> \/ <\/li><\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h1 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-20px align-left color-blue-light font-m hide-dot mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">Claims Handler Vacancies<\/h1>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h2 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-40px align-left color-white font-l mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">Jobs, career &amp; information<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-40px color-white\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>Looking for a job as a claims handler in the insurance sector in Belgium? On this page, you will find claims handler job descriptions, along with insights into the role, career progression opportunities, and information about the job market for claims professionals.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-button  marginbottom-20px marginright-20px type-background color-blue inline-yes\">\r\n            <a class=\"inner-button\"\r\n            href=\"#vacatures\" title=\"View vacancies\">\r\n                <span class=\"button-text\">View vacancies<\/span><\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-button  marginbottom-0px marginright-20px type-background color-white-outline inline-yes\">\r\n            <a class=\"inner-button\"\r\n            href=\"https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/en\/contact\/\" title=\"Schedule a confidential meeting\">\r\n                <span class=\"button-text\">Schedule a confidential meeting<\/span><\/a>\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;7\/12&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-7 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;0px&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; sd_bg_color=&#8221;blue-lightest&#8221; sd_spacing_mobile=&#8221;sd-spacing-mobile-20px&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-6 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h2 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-40px align-left color-blue font-m mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">Claims handling: at a glance<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-0px list-style-check-icon\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>A claims handler \u2014 also known as a claims officer or insurance case manager \u2014 is a professional in the insurance sector responsible for analysing, following up, and settling claims files, from the initial claim notification through to payment.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;fadeInRight&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/12&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\n        <div class=\"sd-block-USP  marginbottom-0px mobile_marginbottom-0px\n        \">\n            <div class=\"usp-inner\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/keyboard_double_arrow_right_24dp_1F1F1F_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz24-1.svg\">\n                <div class=\"usp-content\">\n                    \n                    \r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-0px color-black mobile_marginbottom-0px\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>A claims handler is responsible for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Managing and following up claims files from A to Z<\/li>\n<li>Analysing claims and policy conditions<\/li>\n<li>Communicating with clients, brokers, and experts<\/li>\n<li>Negotiating claim settlements<\/li>\n<li>Combining analysis, administration, and communication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;0px&#8221; sd_hide_on=&#8221;hide-on-desktop,hide-on-tablet,hide-on-mobile&#8221;][vc_column]<sd-vacancies-filter><\/sd-vacancies-filter>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;0px&#8221; sd_bg_color=&#8221;bg_blue_lightest&#8221; el_id=&#8221;vacatures&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-12 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h2 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-40px align-center color-blue mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">Examples of jobs as claims handler<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div><sd-vacancies-overview show-not-found-what-your-looking-for=\"1\"><\/sd-vacancies-overview>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;0px&#8221; sd_bg_color=&#8221;bg_blue_dark&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-12 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h2 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-40px align-left color-white font-m hide-dot mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">What does a claims handler do in the insurance sector?<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-6 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px color-white\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>A claims handler is responsible for the complete follow-up and settlement of claims within an insurance context.<\/p>\n<p>The role of the claims handler has evolved in recent years from a more administrative position into a role with a stronger focus on content, communication, analysis, and customer experience.<\/p>\n<p>According to sector organisation Assuralia, claims management is one of the core activities within insurance companies, with customer experience and efficient case handling becoming increasingly important.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner css_animation=&#8221;fadeInRight&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/12&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px color-white list-style-check-icon mobile_marginbottom-0px\r\n        \">\r\n            <ul>\n<li>You analyse claims, assess coverage based on policy conditions, and ensure claims are handled correctly and efficiently.<\/li>\n<li>Depending on your specialisation, you may work in areas such as motor, property, liability, or occupational accident insurance. You will also regularly be in contact with clients, brokers, experts, and other parties involved.<\/li>\n<li>The role combines operational follow-up, substantive assessment, and stakeholder contact \u2014 and requires both accuracy and a customer-focused approach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-12 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px color-white list-style-check-icon\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>Depending on your preference, you can work through <a href=\"https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/en\/candidates\/permanent-placement\/\">permanent recruitment<\/a> or choose <a href=\"https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/en\/candidates\/consultancy\/\">consultancy assignments<\/a> on a project basis.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;0px&#8221;][vc_column]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h2 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-40px align-left font-m hide-dot mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">What does a claims role involve in practice?<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-6 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px list-style-check-icon\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>The exact responsibilities vary by organisation, but typical tasks include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Managing and following up claims files from A to Z<\/li>\n<li>Analysing claims and interpreting policy conditions<\/li>\n<li>Communicating with policyholders, brokers, and external experts<\/li>\n<li>Negotiating claim settlements<\/li>\n<li>Following up files through to closure<\/li>\n<li>Detecting potential fraud or irregularities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner css_animation=&#8221;fadeInRight&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/12&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>The role of an insurance claims handler can vary significantly depending on the organisation \u2014 for example, whether you work for an insurer or a broker \u2014 and on the complexity of the claims involved. In more experienced roles, the focus is often on more complex cases, larger disputes, or highly specialised claims areas.<\/p>\n<p>Within larger organisations, you can often specialise further in a particular type of claim, such as property damage, bodily injury, building damage, or liability. You may also progress into a coordinating role as a team leader or team coach within claims management.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;0px&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; sd_row_padding_top=&#8221;row_padding_top_0px&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; sd_bg_color=&#8221;light-blue-border&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-6 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h2 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-20px align-left font-m hide-dot mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">What profiles are employers looking for in claims insurance?<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>Employers in the insurance sector are looking for claims handlers who combine strong technical knowledge with excellent communication skills.<\/p>\n<p>Typical profiles include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s or master\u2019s degree, often in insurance, legal practice, or finance<\/li>\n<li>Initial experience or more senior expertise in claims management<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of one or more claims areas (motor, property, liability, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Accurate and analytical mindset<\/li>\n<li>Strong communication skills and customer focus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more specialised roles, experience in a specific insurance line or with more complex claims is often required.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;fadeInRight&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/12&#8243; sd_bg_color=&#8221;blue-lightest&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h2 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-20px align-left font-m mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">Career progression opportunities in claims management<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px mobile_marginbottom-0px\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>A career in claims management offers several paths for progression.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on your ambitions and experience, you can progress into roles such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Specialist in a specific claims area<\/li>\n<li>Senior claims handler working on complex cases<\/li>\n<li>Team lead or coordinator<\/li>\n<li>Claims expert or adviser<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We also see professionals moving into other areas within insurance, such as underwriting, risk, or operations.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;0px&#8221; sd_bg_color=&#8221;bg_blue_dark&#8221;][vc_column]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h2 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-40px align-left color-white font-m mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">Job market for claims handlers in Belgium<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner css_animation=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-4 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px color-white\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>Claims officer remains one of the most in-demand roles within the Belgian insurance sector.<\/p>\n<p>According to figures from Statbel, the financial and insurance sector in Belgium remains a stable employer, with continued demand for operational and specialist profiles such as claims handlers.<\/p>\n<p>Due to the increasing complexity of claims files and the growing focus on customer experience, the need for experienced claims handlers remains consistently high.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner css_animation=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-4 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px color-white\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>At Azuro, we mainly see demand for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experienced claims handlers who can manage files independently<\/li>\n<li>Professionals with expertise in complex or specific types of claims<\/li>\n<li>Candidates who combine technical knowledge with strong communication skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner css_animation=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-4 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px color-white\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>Opportunities can be found at:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Insurance companies<\/li>\n<li>Insurance brokers and intermediaries<\/li>\n<li>Claims assessment and loss adjusting firms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In short, claims management remains a stable and essential area within the insurance sector.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;0px&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;fadeInRight&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/12&#8243; sd_bg_color=&#8221;blue-lightest&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;]\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h2 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-40px align-left color-blue font-m hide-dot mobile_marginbottom-40px\r\n            \">What education do you need to become a claims handler?<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px color-blue\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>Most claims handlers have a bachelor\u2019s or master\u2019s degree, often in insurance, legal practice, or a finance-related field.<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, we see employers placing increasing importance on learning ability, analytical thinking, and a willingness to continue developing professionally.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-20px color-blue\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>According to insights from the OECD and the World Economic Forum, skills such as willingness to learn, adaptability, and problem-solving are also becoming increasingly important in the labour market.<\/p>\n<p>In practice, this means that candidates from other educational backgrounds may also enter the profession, provided they have the relevant interest and motivation.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; 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There is consistently strong demand for claims handlers within the Belgian insurance sector, especially for professionals with experience and the ability to manage claims files independently.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"sd-block-faq  marginbottom-0px mobile_marginbottom-20px\">\n            <div class=\"sd-block-faq-inner \">\n                <div class=\"sd-block-faq-title\">\n                    \r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h3 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-0px align-left color-blue font-xs hide-dot mobile_marginbottom-0px\r\n            \">Can you progress your career in claims management?<\/h3>\r\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"sd-block-faq-icon\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"sd-block-faq-content\">\n                    \r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-0px\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>Absolutely. You can specialise in specific claims areas, progress into senior or leadership roles, or move into other areas within the insurance sector.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;]\n        <div class=\"sd-block-faq  marginbottom-20px\">\n            <div class=\"sd-block-faq-inner \">\n                <div class=\"sd-block-faq-title\">\n                    \r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h3 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-0px align-left color-blue font-xs hide-dot mobile_marginbottom-0px\r\n            \">Is working as a claims handler mainly administrative?<\/h3>\r\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"sd-block-faq-icon\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"sd-block-faq-content\">\n                    \r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-0px\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>Although administration is part of the role, the main focus is on analysis, communication, and case management. You regularly interact with different stakeholders and play an active role in handling and settling claims.<\/p>\n\r\n        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"sd-block-faq  marginbottom-20px\">\n            <div class=\"sd-block-faq-inner \">\n                <div class=\"sd-block-faq-title\">\n                    \r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-title \">\r\n            <h3 class=\"sd-block-title-htag  marginbottom-0px align-left color-blue font-xs hide-dot mobile_marginbottom-0px\r\n            \">What skills do you need as a claims handler?<\/h3>\r\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"sd-block-faq-icon\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"sd-block-faq-content\">\n                    \r\n        <div class=\"sd-block-text  marginbottom-0px\r\n        \">\r\n            <p>A claims handler combines analytical thinking, accuracy, and strong communication skills. 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Many professionals start their careers in claims management and later progress into areas such as <a href=\"https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/en\/jobs\/underwriter-and-administrator\/\">underwriting<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/azuro.ontwikkeladres.nl\/en\/jobs\/risk-management\/\">risk management<\/a>, or leadership roles. 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