Remote Senior Commercial Underwriter for Growth

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work opportunity

Annual bonus potential

Medical, dental, retirement plans

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Underwriter to manage and underwrite complex commercial insurance risks remotely in South Africa, evaluating submissions and pricing to protect profitability. You will build broker relationships and contribute to strategic growth from a remote setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in commercial underwriting, strong financial analysis, and excellent communication and negotiation skills to thrive in a fast-paced market.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial underwriting.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial insurance products and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal commercial insurance applications, assessing risks and pricing.
• Analyze financial statements, loss history, and data to inform underwriting decisions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers and agents.
• Monitor portfolio performance and pursue profitable growth.
• Stay updated on market changes and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Underwriting

Financial analysis

Remote communication

Relationship management

Negotiation

Education

Professional qualifications in insurance

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Underwriter to manage and underwrite complex commercial insurance risks remotely in South Africa, evaluating submissions and pricing to protect profitability. You will build broker relationships and contribute to strategic growth from a remote setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in commercial underwriting, strong financial analysis, and excellent communication and negotiation skills to thrive in a fast-paced market.