Insurance Underwriter

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Medical aid

Certifications support

Training programs

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Insurance Underwriter to join our client’s team in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will assess and price risk for new and existing policies, analyze applicant data, and support profitability and sustainability through sound underwriting decisions.

You will develop guidelines, collaborate with agents and brokers, monitor policy performance, and stay abreast of regulatory changes and market trends to inform underwriting practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Insurance Underwriter.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail.
• In-depth knowledge of insurance products, underwriting principles, and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent decision-making capabilities and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in underwriting software and database management.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate insurance applications to assess risks and determine eligibility for coverage.
• Analyze financial statements, medical reports, and other documentation to price policies accurately.
• Develop and implement underwriting guidelines and strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Collaborate with agents and brokers to explain underwriting decisions and ensure smooth policy issuance.
• Monitor the performance of underwritten policies and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive landscape to inform underwriting practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Risk assessment

Decision making

Underwriting software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field

Tools

Underwriting software

Database management

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a skilled Insurance Underwriter to join their team based in Tembisa. This role is crucial for assessing and pricing risk accurately for new and existing insurance policies. You will be responsible for analyzing applicant data, understanding market trends, and making informed decisions to accept, reject, or modify risks to ensure profitability and sustainability. This is an opportunity to work with a leading insurer, contributing to strategic risk management and product development within a growing market segment. The position demands a sharp analytical mind and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of the underwriting process.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate insurance applications to assess risks and determine eligibility for coverage.
• Analyze financial statements, medical reports, and other relevant documentation to price policies accurately.
• Develop and implement underwriting guidelines and strategies in line with company objectives.
• Collaborate with agents and brokers to explain underwriting decisions and ensure smooth policy issuance.
• Monitor the performance of underwritten policies and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive landscape to inform underwriting practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Insurance Underwriter, preferably in the specified region.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a keen eye for detail.
• In-depth knowledge of insurance products, underwriting principles, and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent decision-making capabilities and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in underwriting software and database management.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Contribution to a company pension fund and comprehensive medical aid plan.
• Extensive training programs and support for professional certifications in underwriting.
• Exposure to diverse insurance portfolios and risk management challenges.
• A stable and reputable employer committed to employee well-being and career growth in Tembisa.