Hybrid Senior Leader: Commercial Lines Underwriting

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Commercial Lines Underwriting Manager in Pretoria to lead a dedicated team. You will shape underwriting strategy, mentor underwriters, and drive profitable growth within the commercial portfolio while ensuring compliance with risk appetite.

The role requires a strong leadership track record, deep knowledge of commercial products, and the ability to work in a hybrid setup balancing office and remote responsibilities in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in commercial lines underwriting and at least 3 years in a leadership/management role.
• Strong leadership, team management, coaching skills.
• Proficiency with underwriting systems and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of commercial lines underwriters.
• Develop and implement underwriting strategies and guidelines aligned with objectives.
• Oversee underwriting for new business and renewals, ensuring profitability and compliance.
• Manage the commercial lines portfolio, monitor performance and trends.
• Collaborate with brokers and agents to build market relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Underwriting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

ACII

CIP

Tools

Underwriting systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Commercial Lines Underwriting Manager in Pretoria to lead a dedicated team. You will shape underwriting strategy, mentor underwriters, and drive profitable growth within the commercial portfolio while ensuring compliance with risk appetite.

The role requires a strong leadership track record, deep knowledge of commercial products, and the ability to work in a hybrid setup balancing office and remote responsibilities in Gauteng.