Janan Thomas
About Janan Thomas
Janan Thomas serves as the National Manager Claims Procurement at QBE Insurance, overseeing the Direct Procurement team for Australian and Pacific Operations since 2018. With a legal background and an MBA, Thomas has extensive experience in both private practice and in-house legal environments.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Janan Thomas has held multiple roles at QBE Insurance Group since joining the company in 2014. Initially serving as Category Manager in Group Procurement for four years, he transitioned to Head of Direct (Claims) Procurement for Australia and New Zealand Operations in 2018. Currently, he is the National Manager Claims Procurement for QBE AUSPAC, a position he has occupied since 2018. In this role, he leads the Direct (Claims) Procurement team, focusing on optimizing procurement strategies within the Australian and Pacific Operations.
Education and Expertise
Janan Thomas has a strong educational background in law and business. He earned a Bachelor of Laws (Distinction) and a Bachelor of Economics from The University of Western Australia, completing his studies from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Macquarie Graduate School of Management between 2013 and 2014. His academic credentials support his expertise in legal and procurement matters within the insurance industry.
Background
Janan Thomas has a diverse professional background, with experience in both private practice and in-house legal environments totaling seven years. He began his legal career at Lavan Legal, where he worked as a Solicitor from 2006 to 2009 and later as an Associate for five months in 2010. He also served as Corporate Counsel at Capricorn Society Ltd from 2010 to 2013 before joining QBE Insurance. Despite his current role in Sydney, he is based in Perth, Western Australia.
Achievements
Janan Thomas has served on a not-for-profit board for five years, contributing significantly to its governance. During this time, he held the position of Board Secretary for four years, demonstrating his commitment to community service and organizational leadership. His experience in various legal and procurement roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the insurance sector.