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HETAVI PANCHAL

Mumbai

Summary

Dynamic claims management professional with extensive experience in Insurance sector, excelling in quality assurance and vendor management. Proven track record in enhancing claims processing efficiency and achieving timely settlements. Strong leadership skills complemented by proficiency in Microsoft Office, driving continuous improvement and compliance in high-stakes environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Manager - Claims

INDIAFIRST LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
MUMBAI
03.2025 - Current
  • Oversaw end-to-end quality of claims processing by external vendors, ensuring adherence to organizational standards and compliance requirements.
  • Monitored and improved TAT metrics to ensure timely and efficient claims settlement.
  • Led timely communication and training for vendor teams on process updates and system enhancements.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews and feedback sessions to drive continuous improvement in vendor service delivery.
  • Approved 1000 plus Micro Claims up to 2 lakh limit.
  • Conducted deduplication activities for PMJJBY by checking industry matches and processing claims accordingly.
  • Demonstrated understanding of PMJJBY assessments and approvals, including retail evaluations.
  • Have been rewarded for outstanding performance and streamlining the process in the month of May 2025

Deputy Manager - Claims

PNB METLIFE
12.2024 - 03.2025
  • Managed the end-to-end Retail-claims process, including claim intimation, registration, assessment and payment.
  • Handling Critical illness cases from end-to-end correct process flow

• Managing High value cases, ensuring timely coordination with Reinsurer, sales, industry checks and requirements to meet the timely Closure.

  • Analyzing trends and identifying areas for improvement, implemented strategies to enhance claims process efficiency

Senior Associate - Claims

BHARTIAXA LIFE INSURANCE
MUMBAI
12.2022 - 11.2024

• Managed the end-to-end Pre-claims process, including claim intake, investigation and coverage analysis

• Developed and implemented claims handling procedures and best practices to streamline operations and improve efficiency

• Analysing trends and identifying areas for improvement, implemented strategies to enhance claims process efficiency

• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies throughout the Pre-claims handling process

• Leading the End-to-End Payment activity

• Managing end-to-end IIB Process

• Co-ordination with Legal team for Litigation and Legal queries pertaining to claims and preclaims cases

• Handled Micro Group Claims and delivered timely decisions

Senior Associate

PAYTM MONEY PVT LTD
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Managing B2B Clients. Managing their dashboard and business reports along with there queries pertaining to commission, product new scheme and plans as well as changes in dashboard etc

Graduate Trainee to Assistant Manager - Claims

KOTAK LIFE INSURANCE
05.2019 - 10.2020

• Managed the end-to-end claims process, including claim intake, investigation, coverage analysis, settlement negotiation, and claim resolution

• Collaborated with internal departments and external vendors to facilitate claim resolution, including coordinate, inspections, obtaining expert opinions, and managing litigation when necessary

• Analyzing trends and identifying areas for improvement, implemented strategies to enhance claims process efficiency

• Examined claims forms and other records to determine fraudulent intention • Investigated claims involving potential and suspected fraudulent activities

• Maintained suspicious claims database and prepared reports on a monthly basis for supervisors

• Documented all investigation activity and presented reports to management

• Coordinating with MPH

• Handled complex and high-value claims, demonstrating and strong analyzing skills

Education

PGDM - Marketing

Wallingkar College
Mumbai - India
06-2023

Bachelor in Financial Market - Finance And Marketing

Nagindas Khandwala College
Mumbai - India
03-2019

HSC - Commerce

GMS College
Mumbai - India
01-2016

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
  • Insurance Tools
  • Team leadership
  • Quality assurance
  • Vendor management

Accomplishments

  • Awarded as outstanding performer in May 2025 at INDIAFIRST LIFE for consistently delivering high performance and streamlining processes.
  • Achievers Award in recognition of outstanding performance for Business Excellence Q1 - FY 23-24
  • Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of valuable contributions and dedication towards achieving the 1lakh Demat account opening for the month of May 2022

Languages

  • English, Fluent
  • Hindi, Fluent
  • Marathi, Fluent

Timeline

Deputy Manager - Claims

INDIAFIRST LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
03.2025 - Current

Deputy Manager - Claims

PNB METLIFE
12.2024 - 03.2025

Senior Associate - Claims

BHARTIAXA LIFE INSURANCE
12.2022 - 11.2024

Senior Associate

PAYTM MONEY PVT LTD
01.2022 - 09.2022

Graduate Trainee to Assistant Manager - Claims

KOTAK LIFE INSURANCE
05.2019 - 10.2020

PGDM - Marketing

Wallingkar College

Bachelor in Financial Market - Finance And Marketing

Nagindas Khandwala College

HSC - Commerce

GMS College
HETAVI PANCHAL