Personal Lines Underwriter

Headhunters; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Headhunters is assisting a client in George, Western Cape, to appoint an experienced Personal Lines Underwriter. This role involves handling underwriting amendments, responding to client and broker enquiries, and supporting walk-in clients with their insurance needs.

You will assist with compliance requirements and the activation of new business, delivering exceptional service while bolstering the Personal Lines team in a dynamic financial services environment.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate completed.
• Class of Business in Short-Term Insurance.
• Experience on insurer platforms (e.g., Santam, Old Mutual Insure) preferred.
• Experience with Cardinal system is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Handle personal lines underwriting amendments.
• Respond to client and broker enquiries.
• Assist walk-in clients with insurance requirements.
• Support compliance requirements and activation of new business.
• Deliver high-quality service while supporting the Personal Lines team.

Skills

Underwriting

Client service

Broker enquiries

Compliance support

Education

Matric Certificate

Tools

Cardinal system

Job description

Our client in the Financial Services industry is seeking to appoint an experienced Personal Lines Underwriter to join their growing team based in George, Western Cape. This an exciting career opportunity! Requirements:

• Valid Matric Certificate.
• Class of Business (Short-Term Insurance).
• Experience working on insurer platforms such as Santam, Old Mutual Insure and similar insurer systems will be advantageous.
• Experience using the Cardinal system will be beneficial.

Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Handle personal lines underwriting amendments.
• Respond to client and broker enquiries.
• Assist walk‑in clients with their insurance requirements.
• Assist with compliance requirements and the activation of new business.
• Deliver exceptional service while supporting our Personal Lines team.