Insurance Consultant

Santam Business; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company seeks Insurance Consultants for its Johannesburg office, focusing on providing comprehensive support to brokers and clients. Ideal candidates will have relevant insurance qualifications and experience in short-term insurance. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and client satisfaction in the insurance industry.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience in short-term insurance.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commercial lines or Agri assets.

Responsibilities

• Servicing broker requests and providing support.
• Handling insurance quotes for new and existing business.
• Managing client expectations and follow-ups on policies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Situational adaptability

Education

Matric/Grade 12

60 commercial lines FAIS credits

NQF level 5 (advantageous)

Job description

What will you do?

Santam Operations, Commercial Contact Centre have career opportunities available for Insurance Consultants base in Johannesburg(Hill On Empire, Parktown). The insurance consultant role is focused on providing an end-to-end service and support to brokers.

What does Insurance Consultant do?

• This role is focused on, but not limited to; servicing broker requests, including enquiries.
• Providing telephonic/ email support to the intermediary on record, authorised representatives from the brokerage, and broker services;
• Dealing with general insurance and policy specific enquiries;
• Dealing with sales quote on new and existing business / issuance of new policies/ policy maintenance/ renewal / agri aspects of policies;
• Assisting to resolve all insurance queries within required timeframe and compliance requirements;
• Undertaking client follow-ups when policies are cancelled to ascertain the reasons and attempt to retain the policy onto books;
• Undertaking to adjust premiums in line with new asset values;
• Managing client expectation on expected turnaround times for submitted requests;
• Adhering to underwriting criteria and regional requirements;
• Assist with profiling the client with the best suitable product and underwriting criteria;
• Advising brokers to ensure that we meet with clients’ needs in terms of the correct cover and product;
• Assisting in implementing solutions for improvement; and
• Standing in for Consultants should they be absent or
  
  

Qualification And Experience

• Matric/ Grade 12
• 60 commercial lines FAIS credits
• A relevant insurance related qualification (e.g. NQF lev 5) would be advantageous
• Proven work experience in commercial, agriculture policy administration and underwriting within the short-term insurance industry
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in short term insurance commercial lines and/or Agri assets
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, collaborating with internal colleagues and external stakeholders/clients
• Ensure adherence to quality, compliance and accreditation standards
• Conduct efficient administration
• Optimising work processes
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Communicates effectively - Contributing independently
• Action orientated - Contributing independently
• Situational adaptability- Contributing independently
• Optimises work processes - Contributing independently
  
  

Our commitment to transformation

Santam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. As a large, diversified, and expanding company, we are committed to transformation and growth. While our headquarters are in South Africa, we are rapidly extending our presence into emerging markets across Africa and Asia.

With a client base of over 1 million policyholders, Santam serves individuals, commercial enterprises, specialist business owners, and institutions—including 80 of the Top 100 companies listed on the JSE. Our commitment to Insurance, Good and Proper goes beyond just providing cover—we offer peace of mind, ensuring our clients can focus on living in the moment, not worrying about the unexpected. Because at Santam, we believe the freedom to seize every day is worth protecting.

People drive our business, and we are committed to attracting the best talent, whether for permanent roles or short-term opportunities.

Santam is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities. We are dedicated to neuro-inclusivity and fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Take the next step in your career—apply now and be part of a company that’s shaping the future of insurance. This is Freedom!