Special Investigations Unit

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values - Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

Our Verify Investigations team is looking for a Special Investigations Unit & Verify, Intake Manager

A large component of this role will be process optimization and how we can streamline automation to make our work simpler.

Does this sound like you? If so, read on.

What you’ll do:
- Lead the team that manages triaging and intake of fraud investigations- Streamline automation and prioritization strategies to create process optimization and efficiency- Oversee assignment and dispatch of investigative assistance/tasks- Support analysis of facts and management of referrals- Ensure proper documentation and collection of physical or electronic evidence- Establish appropriate scope and identify all leads and investigative indicators to determine when a case requires investigation- Supervise the preparation of a summary of the referral and requirements for investigation- Scope the proposed investigation and resource requirements- Report Management Information (MI) on referrals and the business performance (i.e. using Qlik data analytics)- Collaborate with the lines of business on detecting fraud and FC cases- Provide support, coaching and training of front-line staff- Liaise with the wider Verify and SIU teams to improve fraud detection & decision making- Develop best practices for investigation intake- Evaluate analytical rules to provide new referrals and alerts to be proactive in detection of fraud & FC- Provide ongoing technical expertise for intake team, including coaching and mentoring on detection techniques, and performance management- Identify fraud and FC detection gaps in existing processes and advance solutions- Quality Assurance (QA)of employee work and provide feedback- Oversee the mailbox and the teams’ timely and accurate response to internal and external parties

What you’ll bring:
- Minimum 6 years’ experience in an investigative field of work (auto and/or property experience preferred)- Ability to lead and coach team members on standard methodologies for triaging and responding to investigation referrals and alerts- Ability to risk assess cases for property & casualty fraud/ FC- Strong understanding of claims and underwriting processes- Superior analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills- Strong customer service and communication skills - ability to communicate diplomatically and empathetically both verbally and in writing- Strong Reporting and Communication Skills- Assertive and comfortable with challenge and ambiguity- Investigative competency- Technical knowledge of all insurance lines of business, including policies, claims, and related legislation- Ability to make confident and objective decisions in matters having high potential for legal precedent or legal dispute- Assess quality assurance in the team and provide feedback- Knowledge of French an asset to communicate, with our customers, partners and other Aviva teams located across Canada

What you’ll get:
- Compelling rewards package including base salary, eligibility for annual bonus, paid vacation, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness account, and 3 paid volunteer days per year.- Our vacation package starts at 4 weeks - Outstanding Career Development- Paid professional development education (Controlled Insurance Program designation)- Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health

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