Insurance Underwriter Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, South Africa is seeking an Insurance Underwriter Assistant to join our client’s team. This entry-level role focuses on supporting underwriters, gathering documentation, and performing basic risk assessments to help process applications and renewals efficiently.

You will liaise with brokers and clients, maintain organized files, and learn underwriting principles through structured on-the-job training in a professional office setting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years administrative or customer service experience, preferably in insurance.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document handling.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn underwriting principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in reviewing and processing new applications and renewals.
• Gather and verify required documentation, such as application forms, financial statements, and inspection reports.
• Perform basic risk assessments and data entry into the underwriting system. Communicate with agents, brokers, and clients to request additional information or clarify details.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and renewal notices for underwriter review.
• Maintain organized and accurate files for all assigned accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and motivated Insurance Underwriter Assistant to provide essential support to the underwriting team in Queenstown . This role is critical in ensuring the efficient processing of insurance applications and renewals. You will be responsible for gathering necessary documentation, conducting preliminary risk assessments, and liaising with brokers and clients to obtain missing information. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in the insurance industry, offering hands‑on experience and the chance to learn from seasoned underwriting professionals within a supportive office setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in reviewing and processing new insurance applications and renewals.
• Gather and verify required documentation, such as application forms, financial statements, and inspection reports.
• Perform basic risk assessments and data entry into the underwriting system . Communicate with agents, brokers, and clients to request additional information or clarify details.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and renewal notices for underwriter review.
• Maintain organized and accurate files for all assigned accounts.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1-2 years of administrative or customer service experience, preferably in the insurance industry .
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document handling.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• A willingness to learn and develop skills in underwriting principles.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for salary increases.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement contributions.
• Structured on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced underwriters.
• A stable and professional working environment.
• Potential for career advancement within the underwriting department.