Online Broker Underwriting Consultant(Jg9) Johannesburg

Sanlam Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is seeking an Online Broker Underwriting Consultant in Johannesburg. The role encompasses underwriting responsibilities and requires a Grade 12 education along with experience in Personal Lines Short-term Insurance. Emphasis is placed on building strong relationships and delivering results, making this a vital role for the company's continued success.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years current experience in Personal Lines Short-term Insurance.
• Strong adherence to quality standards and compliance.
• Re-qualification as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct policy screenings and manage portfolios according to company policy.
• Underwrite new and existing risks to achieve profitable growth.
• Provide technical underwriting advice and handle referrals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Building networks and good relationships

Goal setting and prioritization

Results-oriented delivery

Effective communication

Negotiation skills

Education

Grade 12

Credits in Personal Lines Underwriting (NQF level 4)

Tools

MS Office

Policy Centre

Job description

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Online Broker Underwriting Consultant (JG9) - Johannesburg

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Job Description

To ensure profitable growth through applying profitable underwriting principles.

Utilise available resources to improve or implement new underwriting practices on claimants.

The successful candidate will be involved in referral underwriting decisions and must be knowledgeable and experienced to provide Insurance Consultants and brokers with creative and innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct policy screenings and manage portfolios in accordance with company policy.
• Underwrite new and existing risks to achieve profitable growth.
• Handle referrals and the underwriting process.
• Provide technical underwriting advice, renewals, and broker's appointments.
• Retain brokers and manage direct renewals using retention and persuasive skills to meet client needs.
• Create savings opportunities through proactive retention and persuasive skills.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12
• FAIS requirement: credits in Personal Lines Underwriting (NQF level 4)
• Computer literate (MS Office and Internet)
• At least 3 years current experience in Personal Lines Short-term Insurance
• Re-qualification as required
• Strong adherence to quality standards and compliance

Knowledge

• Relevant system knowledge: Policy Centre and call centre applications
• Thorough knowledge of Personal Lines underwriting

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Building networks and good relationships
• Goal setting and prioritization
• Results-oriented delivery
• Effective communication
• Negotiation skills

Company Culture

We are committed to building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We support your hopes for future growth, personal development, and achievement. Sanlam provides numerous opportunities for career and personal development across its various business clusters.

Application Process

The shortlisting process begins once the application deadline is reached. The duration depends on your progress and manager availability.

About Santam

Santam is South Africa's leading short-term insurer, transacting all classes of short-term insurance through its subsidiaries. We are a large, diversified, and transforming company dedicated to delivering "Insurance Good and Proper".