Insurance Underwriter

Job Description

Join us as an Insurance Underwriter in Durban, where you will be responsible for reviewing insurance applications, analyzing risks, and making informed decisions to mitigate potential losses. Your analytical skills will help our clients secure the best policies tailored to their needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough research to inform underwriting decisions.
• Utilize statistical data to evaluate risk and set premiums.
• Provide mentorship to junior underwriters and assist in training.
• Attend industry seminars and workshops to stay updated on trends.
• Collaborate with legal department regarding compliance issues.
• Assist in developing marketing strategies to attract new clients.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Professional underwriting certification preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of underwriting experience preferred

Technical Skills

• Regulatory Knowledge
• Policy Analysis

Soft Skills

• Negotiation
• Problem-solving

Languages

• Zulu: Conversational
• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Leadership experience: Experience mentoring junior staff is advantageous.
• Bilingual abilities: Proficiency in additional languages is a value-add.