Remote Insurance Underwriter (Cyber Liability)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Híbrido; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Performance bonuses

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Home office allowance

Fully remote

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a specialized and highly motivated Remote Insurance Underwriter with expertise in Cyber Liability. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere within South Africa while evaluating and underwriting cyber risks for a diverse client base.

You will develop guidelines, set profitable premiums, and collaborate with brokers to tailor solutions. The position requires strong cybersecurity knowledge, analytical skills, and decisive judgment in a dynamic digital

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years in insurance underwriting, with a significant focus on cyber liability or technology E&O.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and threat landscape.
• Able to translate technical information into underwriting decisions.

Responsabilidades

• Assess and underwrite complex cyber liability insurance applications, evaluating technological and operational risks.
• Develop and refine underwriting guidelines specific to cyber risks and emerging threats.
• Set competitive yet profitable premium rates and policy terms for cyber insurance coverage.
• Collaborate with brokers and clients to understand cyber risk exposure and provide tailored solutions.
• Stay current with evolving cyber threats, data privacy regulations, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Monitor portfolio performance and recommend strategic adjustments.

Conocimientos

Underwriting

Cyber risk knowledge

Data analysis

Negotiation

Descripción del empleo

Our client is seeking a specialized and highly motivated Remote Insurance Underwriter with expertise in Cyber Liability to join their cutting-edge team. This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for evaluating and selecting risks associated with cyber threats for a diverse range of businesses, determining appropriate coverage terms, and ensuring the profitability of the cyber insurance portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of cybersecurity risks, a sharp analytical mind, and exceptional decision-making abilities in a dynamic digital landscape. This role is crucial for expanding our client's footprint in the rapidly growing cyber insurance market.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and underwrite complex cyber liability insurance applications, evaluating technological and operational risks.
• Develop and refine underwriting guidelines specific to cyber risks and emerging threats.
• Set competitive yet profitable premium rates and policy terms for cyber insurance coverage.
• Collaborate with brokers and clients to understand their cyber risk exposure and provide tailored solutions.
• Stay current with the evolving landscape of cyber threats, data privacy regulations, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Monitor the performance of the cyber insurance portfolio and recommend strategic adjustments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with a significant focus on cyber liability or technology E&O.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, common threats, and risk mitigation techniques.
• Proven ability to analyze technical information and translate it into underwriting decisions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in risk assessment tools and methodologies relevant to cyber insurance.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work independently.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of the rapidly expanding cyber insurance market.