Insurance Underwriting Assistant - Short-Term

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-the-job training

Career progression

Supportive office

Exposure to underwriting

Training programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to support the underwriting team with data entry, policy administration, and documentation. The role is office-based and focuses on accuracy, efficiency, and timely responses to brokers and clients.

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, a basic understanding of short-term insurance principles, and a proactive approach to learning in a collaborative environment within underwriting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in an administrative role, preferably in insurance.
• Basic understanding of short-term insurance principles.
• Strong admin and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in processing new business applications and renewals.
• Accurately enter and maintain policyholder data in the underwriting system.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and other relevant paperwork.
• Communicate with insurance brokers and clients to gather necessary information or clarify details.
• Provide administrative support to the underwriting team, including scheduling and correspondence.
• Filing and organizing policy documents and client records.
• Process policy changes and cancellations as instructed.
• Support the underwriting team in risk assessment by gathering preliminary information.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Respond to internal and external queries regarding policy details.

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 certificate

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to support the underwriting team with data entry, policy administration, and documentation. The role is office-based and focuses on accuracy, efficiency, and timely responses to brokers and clients.

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, a basic understanding of short-term insurance principles, and a proactive approach to learning in a collaborative environment within underwriting.