Senior SME Casualty Underwriter & Portfolio Leader

Santam Insurance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Gauteng seeks a Senior Underwriter for its SME Casualty division. In this role, you will manage risks, mentor junior staff, and maintain strong broker relationships to ensure effective underwriting practices. Candidates should have 8–10 years of underwriting experience in short-term insurance, with a focus on SME Casualty. The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to shape insurance practices in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years underwriting experience in short-term insurance, with 5 years in SME Casualty.
• Stronger technical knowledge of SME markets.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite complex and specialist risks in SME Casualty.
• Monitor the performance of your portfolio.
• Support and mentor junior underwriters.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Risk assessment

Client experience

Communication

Education

NQF Level 5 qualification in Short-Term Insurance

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

A leading insurance firm in Gauteng seeks a Senior Underwriter for its SME Casualty division. In this role, you will manage risks, mentor junior staff, and maintain strong broker relationships to ensure effective underwriting practices. Candidates should have 8–10 years of underwriting experience in short-term insurance, with a focus on SME Casualty. The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to shape insurance practices in a collaborative environment.