Senior Claims Counsel

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Claims Counsel to join us in Sydney.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, this permanent role is responsible for the management and oversight of claims processes for the branch. In addition, this role is responsible for the management of any litigation and reporting relating to the Claims function.

Key responsibilities

• Overseeing claims management activities and partnering with underwriting and technical accounting teams to ensure best practice and professional service delivery.

• Assessing and advising on large and complex claims, coordinating with stakeholders and providing claims data, reports and information to cedants where required.

• Managing litigation matters and liaising with Group Legal Counsel and external legal advisers as appropriate.

• Ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements and claims management obligations.

• Participating in Claims Counsel meetings and sharing key insights and updates with the local team.

• Monitoring legal developments across Australian and New Zealand jurisdictions and communicating relevant changes internally.

• Supporting internal and external audits relating to claims.

• Building relationships with cedants and service providers, representing Hannover Re within the Australian claims market and at industry events.

• Exploring and evaluating automation and digitalisation trends across the industry for potential application within Hannover Re.

• Preparing and delivering quarterly claims reports to local management, providing key insights and performance updates.

About you

• Experience in law, a law degree or legal studies (advantageous).

• General insurance and/or at least 5 years' reinsurance industry experience, including contract wordings.

• Advanced Excel skills.

• Expertise in identifying potential liabilities and recommending risk management strategies.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• A sound understanding of insurance law, regulations and claims processes.

• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise effectively.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Well-developed analytical, decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

• Unrestricted rights to work in Australia (Australian citizenship or permanent residency).

You will stand out if you are:

• Technology-loving – you embrace HR systems, automation, and data-driven decision making

• Naturally curious – always asking “how can we do this better?”

• Process-oriented – with a strong focus on continuous improvement

• Trusted and grounded – you build credibility through consistency, discretion, and integrity

• Mature and balanced – able to exercise sound judgement and handle sensitive matters

• People-centric – approachable, empathetic, and able to build strong relationships across all levels

• Self-driven – able to prioritise effectively and work with minimal supervision

• Attention to detail orientated – you see the things others miss and have an eye for numbers and effective use of language

 Applicants must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia (Australian citizenship or permanent residency).

About us

We are somewhat different

Hannover Re employs more than 4,000 people across locations worldwide. Our strength? Connecting Power: We rely on each other to achieve more.

Our purpose? Beyond risk sharing – we team up to create opportunity. Delivering innovative, customised solutions in an environment where yesterday’s answers may not meet tomorrow’s challenges. This mindset has made us one of the world’s leading and most profitable reinsurance groups and a trusted, reliable employer.

In Australia and New Zealand, Hannover Re is a major player in the reinsurance market. Locally, we combine the agility of a small, nimble team with the financial strength and global reach of one of the world’s largest reinsurers.

Benefits

What do we offer you:

Are our values, Responsibility, Drive and We‑Spirit aligned with yours?

Culture & environment

You’ll join an international organisation with short decision paths, an open feedback culture, and a strong sense of community built on respect, collaboration and mutual support.

Benefits

We value our people and their contribution to our shared success. Our benefits include structured onboarding, hybrid working arrangements with up to two days from home, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and modern offerings focused on professional development, wellbeing and engagement.

Career development

You’ll bring your specialist expertise and in return we offer continuous learning, exposure to global perspectives, and the opportunity to contribute ideas, innovate and shape your career.

Only together can we achieve our objectives.