Short-Term Insurance Underwriter & Client Specialist

Absa Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Absa Group is seeking a motivated Underwriting Consultant for its Short-Term Insurance team in Johannesburg. You will assess and manage risk while delivering outstanding service to clients and brokers, and ensure underwriting decisions align with guidelines and regulatory requirements.

You will evaluate applications, renewals, and policy amendments, applying underwriting principles within delegated authority and liaising with brokers and internal stakeholders to drive efficient processing and

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Insurance, Risk Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• FAIS-compliant qualification (advantageous).
• RE5 qualification (advantageous).
• 2-5 years' underwriting experience within the Short-Term Insurance industry.
• Strong knowledge of short-term insurance products and underwriting principles.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate new business, renewals, and policy amendments.
• Apply underwriting principles to determine risk acceptability.
• Review policy information and supporting documentation to make informed underwriting decisions.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and underwriting mandates.
• Liaise with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders to provide underwriting guidance and support.
• Maintain service level agreements and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Identify opportunities to improve underwriting processes and operational efficiency.
• Manage risk effectively while supporting the achievement of business objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Insurance, Risk Management, Business, Finance, or a related field

FAIS-compliant qualification

RE5 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Absa Group is seeking a motivated Underwriting Consultant for its Short-Term Insurance team in Johannesburg. You will assess and manage risk while delivering outstanding service to clients and brokers, and ensure underwriting decisions align with guidelines and regulatory requirements.

You will evaluate applications, renewals, and policy amendments, applying underwriting principles within delegated authority and liaising with brokers and internal stakeholders to drive efficient processing and