Insurance Underwriter

Johannesburg FULL TIME R25,000 - R37,500 / Month
(R300,000 - R450,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join us as an Insurance Underwriter where you will be responsible for analyzing risk and developing insurance coverage proposals. This role is pivotal in maintaining our reputation for reliability and customer satisfaction. Bring your skills to a team that is committed to continual growth and development.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough assessments of risk profiles for various insurance applications.
  • Draft underwriting documentation to support decision-making.
  • Assist in developing underwriting policies and guidelines.
  • Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
  • Review and analyze statistical data to inform underwriting decisions.
  • Engage in training and development opportunities to enhance underwriting expertise.

Requirements

Education
  • Relevant professional certification in underwriting is a plus
Experience
  • 3-5 years of underwriting experience preferred
Technical Skills
  • Portfolio management
  • Market research
Soft Skills
  • Problem-solving
Certifications
  • Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) certification
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with underwriting software: Working knowledge of underwriting systems will be advantageous.
  • Multilingual abilities: Proficiency in additional languages enhances client interaction.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with company contributions
  • Paid leave and work-life balance initiatives
  • Training and career growth opportunities

Company Culture

  • Collaboration: Teamwork is at the heart of our organization, encouraging collaboration across departments.
Status: Open