Insurance Underwriter

Durban Full-time R25,000 - R37,500 / Month
(R300,000 - R450,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as an Insurance Underwriter, where you'll be responsible for assessing applications, determining risk levels, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Utilize your exceptional analytical skills to provide valuable insights that support our client’s needs while safeguarding company interests. You will work closely with various teams to enhance our underwriting processes.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough reviews of underwriting files and ensure accuracy.
  • Collaborate with claims and risk management teams to ensure comprehensive risk assessment.
  • Utilize underwriting software to analyze and present findings effectively.
  • Participate in developing and implementing underwriting guidelines.
  • Mentor new underwriters or interns during their assessment and evaluation stages.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Experience
  • 2 years of underwriting or related working experience is preferable
Technical Skills
  • Policy Knowledge
Soft Skills
  • Critical Thinking
Certifications
  • Professional Insurance Agent (PIA)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Strong numerical skills: Ability to compute and analyze financial metrics effectively.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Annual leave and sick leave policies
  • Access to training and development resources
  • Employee wellness programs

Company Culture

  • Inclusive Environment: We promote an inclusive workplace where diversity is our strength.
  • Professional Growth: We offer continuous professional development opportunities to our team members.
  • Team Collaboration: We believe in teamwork and collaboration to achieve our goals.
Status: Closed