Insurance Underwriter Assistant

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable, full-time position

On-site work environment

Extensive training and mentorship

Group life and disability insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is expanding its underwriting team and seeks an Insurance Underwriter Assistant to support data entry, policy administration and client/broker communication. This role helps underwriters assess risks, determine terms and ensure accurate processing.

The position offers hands-on underwriting exposure, mentorship, and a clear growth path within a well-established firm in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Previous admin or data entry experience, preferably in insurance.
• Strong MS Office skills with attention to accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Keen interest in learning underwriting principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters by gathering and analyzing applicant information for risk assessment.
• Input policy details and client data into the management system with accuracy.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and renewal notices for review.
• Respond to inquiries from brokers and clients regarding policy status and coverage.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth policy processing from application to issuance.
• Maintain organized policy files, both physical and digital.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client is expanding its underwriting department and seeks an organized and detail-oriented Insurance Underwriter Assistant to support their team in George. This role is crucial for the smooth operation of the underwriting process, involving data entry, policy administration, and direct communication with clients and brokers. You will play a key part in assisting underwriters to assess risks and determine policy terms, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. This position is ideal for an individual looking to build a solid foundation in the insurance industry, offering hands-on experience and a clear path for growth within a well-established company in the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in gathering and analyzing applicant information for risk assessment.
• Input policy details and applicant data accurately into the company's management system.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and renewal notices for review.
• Respond to inquiries from brokers and clients regarding policy status and coverage.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure seamless policy processing from application to issuance.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date policy files, both physical and digital.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative or data entry role, preferably within the insurance sector.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• A keen interest in learning about insurance underwriting principles.

Benefits

• A stable, full-time position with a competitive starting salary.
• On-site work environment fostering team collaboration.
• Extensive training and mentorship in underwriting practices.
• Access to group life and disability insurance.
• Opportunities for advancement within the company.