Senior Insurance Underwriting Manager

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive pay

Bonus program

Remote work

Health coverage

Career development

Innovative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Insurance Underwriting Manager to lead underwriting operations from a remote capacity. You will oversee a team of underwriters, set underwriting strategy, and drive profitable growth of the insurance portfolio.

This executive role requires deep knowledge of insurance products, risk assessment, and regulatory requirements, with strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills to manage brokers, actuarial partners, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting
• At least 3 years in a management or leadership role
• Demonstrated success in developing underwriting strategies for profitable growth
• Knowledge of various insurance products and risk assessment methodologies
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in underwriting
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of insurance underwriters with clear performance objectives
• Develop and execute the overall underwriting strategy aligned with financial goals and risk appetite
• Establish, review, and enforce underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures across lines of business
• Monitor underwriting performance, profitability, and market trends; adjust as needed
• Collaborate with claims, sales, and actuarial to align objectives across departments
• Manage relationships with brokers and agents, providing guidance on complex underwriting matters

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Insurance Underwriting Manager to lead their underwriting operations from a remote capacity. This leadership role involves overseeing a team of underwriters, setting underwriting strategy, and ensuring the profitable growth of the insurance portfolio. You will be responsible for developing and implementing underwriting policies, managing risk appetite, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the underwriting department. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's success while enjoying the full advantages of a remote-first work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of insurance underwriters, setting clear performance objectives and providing regular feedback.
• Develop and execute the overall underwriting strategy in alignment with the company's financial goals and risk appetite.
• Establish, review, and enforce underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures across all lines of business.
• Monitor underwriting performance, profitability, and market trends, making data-driven adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments, including claims, sales, and actuarial, to ensure a cohesive approach to business objectives.
• Manage relationships with brokers and agents, providing expert guidance and support on complex underwriting matters.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing underwriting strategies that drive profitable growth.
• In-depth knowledge of various insurance products, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, foster a collaborative environment, and manage performance effectively.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, essential for remote leadership and stakeholder management.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• The significant advantage of a fully remote position , offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Executive-level health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous provision for professional development, including industry conferences and leadership training.
• A dynamic and forward-thinking company culture that values innovation and remote collaboration.