Insurance Underwriter

Durban FULL TIME R25,000 - R50,000 / Month
(R300,000 - R600,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join us as an Insurance Underwriter, where you will play a crucial role in evaluating and underwriting insurance policies. Your expertise will enable you to balance client service with risk management, ensuring that our policies meet market demands while safeguarding our business interests.

Responsibilities

  • Assess the validity of claims and investigate discrepancies.
  • Work closely with sales and marketing teams to develop client-focused solutions.
  • Conduct periodic reviews of policy frameworks to enhance compliance.
  • Educate clients on policy coverage and procedures.
  • Stay updated on competitors and market practices for better decision-making.
  • Collaborate with legal teams when required on risk issues.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Insurance or Risk Management preferred
  • Advanced degree an advantage
Experience
  • 3-5 years in underwriting or a related financial sector
Technical Skills
  • Data Analysis
  • Claims Management
Soft Skills
  • Negotiation
  • Customer Service
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Strong networking skills: Proficiency in building relationships with clients and industry representatives.
  • Public speaking experience: Ability to represent the company at industry events and seminars.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  • Generous leave policies
  • Employee training programs
  • Regular team-building activities

Company Culture

  • Innovation: We encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions to insurance challenges.
  • Integrity: Operating with transparency and integrity in every aspect of our business.
  • Client Focused: Putting our clients at the center of our operations to ensure satisfaction.
Status: Open