Insurance Manager

Legacy Underwriting Managers; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 650 000; Full time

Job summary

An insurance management company in Pretoria seeks a Portfolio Manager to oversee portfolios and relationships with insurers, drive profitability, and manage financial reports. Candidates should have 5+ years in short-term insurance, strong analytical skills, and be bilingual in Afrikaans and English. A Higher Certificate in Short-term Insurance is required, along with financial management skills. This is a full-time, in-person role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in short-term insurance portfolio or account management.
• Strong analytical, financial, and reporting skills.
• Proven communication skills in Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow portfolios with key insurers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with insurer partners.
• Monitor portfolio performance and implement action plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation ability

Communication skills in Afrikaans and English

Education

Higher Certificate in Short-term Insurance (NQF 5)

Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Business, or Insurance

Tools

Insurance systems

Job description

Are you a results-driven professional who thrives on strategy, service excellence, and building lasting insurer relationships?

Overview

We're looking for a Portfolio Manager to join our dynamic team in a key role focused on driving profitability, growth and retention.

What You'll Do

• Manage and grow portfolios with key insurers.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with insurer partners and stakeholders.
• Monitor portfolio performance, analyse trends, and implement targeted action plans to drive profitability.
• Prepare and manage financial and management reports, ensuring accurate data for decision-making.
• Oversee underwriting policies and claims processes in collaboration with insurer partners.
• Ensure smooth monthly operations — including reconciliations, payments, and reporting cycles.
• Support and develop the service advisor team, fostering a culture of motivation, accountability, and service excellence.
• Participate in planning meetings, strategic meetings, and product improvement initiatives.
• Identify operational gaps and work with internal systems to improve efficiency.
• Mentor claims and underwriting consultants.

What You Bring

• 5+ years' experience in short-term insurance portfolio or account management.
• Higher Certificate in Short-term Insurance (NQF 5).
• Strong analytical, financial, and reporting skills.
• Excellent relationship‑building and negotiation ability.
• Proven communication skills in Afrikaans and English.
• Knowledge in insurance systems.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Business, or Insurance (advantageous).
• FAIS‑compliant and RE5 certified.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: R
• Work Location: In person