Senior Insurance Underwriting Manager – Strategy & Leadership

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Relocation support

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an experienced Insurance Underwriting Manager to lead the underwriting team, set strategy, and ensure profitability across a portfolio of products. You will develop guidelines, mentor staff, and collaborate with actuarial, claims, and sales to align underwriting with business goals, while staying informed on market conditions.

The role requires at least 7 years in underwriting, with 3 in management, a related degree, and strong leadership and analytical

Qualifications

• At least 7 years in insurance underwriting with 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong skills in risk assessment, pricing, and underwriting strategies.
• Tertiary qualification in insurance, finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the underwriting team.
• Develop and enforce underwriting policies and procedures.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Review and approve high-risk accounts.
• Collaborate with actuarial, claims, and sales.
• Monitor market conditions and regulatory changes.

Skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Pricing strategy

Team management

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Insurance/Finance degree

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an experienced Insurance Underwriting Manager to lead the underwriting team, set strategy, and ensure profitability across a portfolio of products. You will develop guidelines, mentor staff, and collaborate with actuarial, claims, and sales to align underwriting with business goals, while staying informed on market conditions.

The role requires at least 7 years in underwriting, with 3 in management, a related degree, and strong leadership and analytical