Senior Underwriting Assistant

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & retirement benefits

Professional development

Stable work environment

Generous annual leave

Career progression

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Underwriting Assistant for our Kimberley office. This role supports the underwriting team with administrative and analytical duties, ensuring accurate policy details and timely processing of applications and renewals.

The candidate will gather information, prepare documentation, and liaise with brokers and clients while maintaining data integrity and contributing to a proactive underwriting function in the Northern Cape region.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of insurance terminology, products, and underwriting processes.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and underwriting support software.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the underwriting team, manage correspondence and filing.
• Assist in reviewing insurance applications and gathering documentation.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and renewal papers.
• Liaise with brokers, agents and clients for information and updates.

Skills

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Underwriting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established insurance firm, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Underwriting Assistant to support their underwriting team in Kimberley . This role is vital in providing administrative and analytical support to underwriters, facilitating the efficient processing of insurance applications and policies. You will be responsible for gathering information, preparing documentation, liaising with brokers and clients, and ensuring the accuracy of policy details. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of insurance operations, excellent administrative skills, and a proactive approach to supporting the underwriting function in the Northern Cape . This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career within the insurance sector in a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to a team of underwriters, including managing correspondence, scheduling appointments, and maintaining filing systems.


• Assist in the review and analysis of insurance applications, gathering necessary information and documentation.


• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and renewal documents for review and issuance.


• Liaise with insurance brokers, agents, and clients to gather information, answer queries, and provide updates on application status.


• Conduct basic risk assessments and preliminary data analysis under the guidance of senior underwriters.


• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of data entered into underwriting systems.


• Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations on underwriting activities.


• Support the underwriting team in managing their portfolios and meeting deadlines.


• Help train and mentor junior underwriting assistants.


• Manage renewals and endorsements processing efficiently for the Kimberley branch.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Underwriting Assistant or in a similar administrative support role within the insurance industry.


• Solid understanding of insurance terminology, products, and underwriting processes.


• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.


• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with underwriting support software.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal teams and external partners.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks simultaneously.


• High school diploma or equivalent; further qualifications or certifications in insurance are advantageous.


• Proactive attitude and a commitment to providing high-quality support.


• Familiarity with the insurance market in the Northern Cape region is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.


• Medical aid and retirement fund benefits.


• Opportunities for professional development and training in underwriting.


• A stable and supportive work environment in Kimberley .


• Contribute to a positive team dynamic.


• Generous annual leave entitlement.


• Clear career progression paths.


• Employee assistance program.