Senior Underwriting Administrator: Client-Focused Ops Lead

Dis-Chem Life; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Dis-Chem Life is seeking a Senior Underwriting Administrator to provide end-to-end administrative support to the underwriting team. You will prepare and maintain underwriting data, schedule medical assessments, and liaise with clients and agents to present underwriting decisions clearly and compliantly.

The role requires attention to detail, independent work, and collaboration with internal teams to ensure a smooth, regulatory-compliant underwriting process while delivering excellent client

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in an administrative or underwriting support role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in client engagement or financial services.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties to support underwriting workflows.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date underwriting data and records.
• Monitor application progress and escalate issues as required.

Skills

Administrative experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Client engagement experience

Education

High School Certificate

Higher Certificate in Financial Services/Insurance Administration

RE5 Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dis-Chem Life is seeking a Senior Underwriting Administrator to provide end-to-end administrative support to the underwriting team. You will prepare and maintain underwriting data, schedule medical assessments, and liaise with clients and agents to present underwriting decisions clearly and compliantly.

The role requires attention to detail, independent work, and collaboration with internal teams to ensure a smooth, regulatory-compliant underwriting process while delivering excellent client