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At Max Insurance, we are committed to ensuring that the fair treatment of customers is a fundamental component of our operations & culture. This commitment extends to every aspect of the customer relationship and reflects our responsibility to act with integrity, transparency, and accountability in all our interactions with customers.
These Fair Treatment Principles have been developed to affirm our dedication to the provision of fair and transparent results for our customers while maintaining operational excellence & integrity. We utilize these Fair Treatment Principles to guide our actions throughout all aspects of our business to further our commitment to the fair treatment of customers, and may modify these principles from time to time to ensure they remain aligned with customer needs & best practices.
Principle 1 - Governance and Business Culture
We aim to foster a corporate culture that rewards integrity and promotes accountability, ethical conduct, and customer focus at appropriate levels of the organization. By embedding these values into our business, we strive to align operations with regulatory expectations and customer trust.
Principle 2 - Conflicts of Interest
We will follow our established procedures to address conflicts of interest that could adversely impact customers. Our goal is to appropriately manage these conflicts in a manner that balances customer interests with our business objectives.
Principle 3 - Outsourcing
We aim to ensure that our relationships with outsourced service providers will support the fair treatment of customers. This includes monitoring and overseeing outsourced activities to maintain alignment with customer expectations and regulatory standards.
Principle 4 - Design of Insurance Product
We endeavor to design insurance products with consideration for the needs, characteristics, and objectives of our customers. Through this process, we strive to create products that deliver appropriate value and meet customer expectations in a transparent manner.
Principle 5 - Distribution Strategies
We intend to develop and implement distribution strategies that facilitate the delivery of products in a way that supports fair customer outcomes. This includes providing relevant information and training to our distribution partners to ensure they understand our policies, insurance offerings, and their role in promoting fair treatment.
Principle 6 - Disclosure to Customer
We work to provide clear, accurate, and concise information to customers at all stages of their interactions with us. This includes the use of plain language wherever possible to support transparency & understanding. Information is made accessible in written format, on paper or other durable mediums, including electronic formats. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, relevant information rather than overwhelming customers with excessive detail.
Principle 7 - Product Promotion
We strive to ensure that product promotion is conducted in a manner that is clear, accurate, and not misleading. This includes adhering to ethical marketing practices that support customers confidence.
Principle 8 - Advice
Where required, we aim to provide advice that is appropriate to the needs and circumstances of a particular customer. Our goal is to understand our customer’s needs and help them make decisions that align with their objectives and expectations.
Principle 9 - Disclosure to Policyholder
We endeavor to ensure that policyholders receive ongoing, relevant information about their insurance products, enabling them to understand and manage their coverage effectively.
Principle 10 - Claims Handling and Settlement
We seek to handle and settle claims in a manner that is fair, transparent, and timely. Our processes aim to balance customer expectations with the commitments outlined in our policies.
Principle 11 - Complaints Handling and Dispute Resolution
We maintain mechanisms for customers to submit complaints and disputes, which we strive to resolve in a fair and timely manner. Feedback received through our complaints channels is used to improve our products and services. See our Complaint Handling Process for further details.
Principle 12 - Protection of Personal Information
Max Insurance places a high priority on your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. See our Privacy Policy for further details regarding how Max Insurance handles and protects your personal information.