Personal Lines Underwriter

CFS RECRUITMENT; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS Recruitment is seeking a Personal Lines Underwriter in Benoni. The mid-career, permanent role involves preparing quotes, assessing risks, and managing renewals and broker relationships from our Benoni office.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of Personal Lines underwriting experience, with RE 5 and related qualifications. You will work under the Underwriting Manager to ensure accurate pricing and robust client service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of underwriting experience in Personal Lines.
• RE 5, Higher Certificate in Short Term Insurance, FETC In Short Term Insurance NQF 4, Matric, Class of Business - Personal Lines.
• Strong underwriting acumen with Hollard Binder knowledge and Cardinal 360 experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quotes and assess risks based on client profiles.
• Determine premiums and manage inventories.
• Handle post-loss activities and corrective action on policies.
• Manage retentions, renewals, and cancellations with cover letters and certificates.
• Coordinate with brokers, clients, insurers and service providers.
• Stay updated on insurance regulations and market trends.

Skills

Underwriting acumen

Hollard Binder knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Cardinal 360 experience

Education

RE 5

Higher Certificate in Short Term Insurance

FETC In Short Term Insurance NQF 4

Matric

Class of Business - Personal Lines

Job description

Personal Lines Underwriter - Benoni

Mid-career (5+ years' experience) - Permanent

Job Summary

We are seeking a Personal Lines Underwriter to join our team in Benoni. Reporting to the Underwriting Manager, the successful candidate will prepare quotes, assess risks, arrange inventories, and manage post-loss activities. This role involves managing retentions, renewals, and building relationships with brokers and clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing quotes.
• Determining risks and premiums based on client profiles.
• Arranging inventories and liaising with clients on inventory outcomes.
• Post-loss and corrective action on policies following claims.
• Managing retentions, renewals, non-payment of premiums, cancellations, confirmation of cover letters, and insurance certificates.
• Integrating TIG Administration products with client portfolios.
• Building and maintaining relationships with brokers, clients, insurers, and service providers.
• Staying up to date with insurance regulations and trends.

Requirements

• Sector: Insurance
• Experience: 5 Years +
• Qualifications: RE 5, Higher Certificate in Short Term Insurance, FETC In Short Term Insurance NQF 4, Matric, Class of Business - Personal Lines
• Skills: Underwriting acumen, Hollard Binder knowledge, analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, Cardinal 360 experience