Underwriter

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced underwriter to evaluate and price risks in a dynamic environment. This role requires 3-5 years of underwriting experience in commercial or personal lines and strong communication skills. Join a vibrant team that values innovation and offers real career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years underwriting experience in commercial or personal lines insurance.
• FAIS compliance is advantageous.
• Must be a confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, assess, and price risks across a range of commercial and specialist lines.
• Craft tailored underwriting solutions that balance profitability and client satisfaction.
• Manage renewals, endorsements, and new submissions with precision.
• Build and nurture strong broker and client relationships.

Skills

Proficiency in insurance systems

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Decision-making abilities

Communication skills

Education

Relevant insurance or risk qualification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Join a vibrant, fast-growing team thats redefining excellence in the insurance world. This isnt a place for ordinary thinkinghere, your expertise will shape deals, influence strategies, and make a tangible impact. Expect an exciting mix of autonomy, collaboration, and opportunities to grow, in a culture that rewards initiative and celebrates success.

Why Youll Love It Here

• Exposure to diverse portfolios that will keep you on your toes.
• A dynamic environment that values fresh ideas and proactive problem-solving.
• Real career progression opportunities within a supportive, energetic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, assess, and price risks across a range of commercial and specialist lines.
• Craft tailored underwriting solutions that balance profitability and client satisfaction.
• Manage renewals, endorsements, and new submissions with precision.
• Build and nurture strong broker and client relationships to drive growth.

Job Experience and Skills Required

• Education : Relevant insurance or risk qualification (FAIS compliance advantageous).
• Experience : 35 years underwriting experience in commercial or personal lines insurance .
• Skills : Proficiency in insurance systems and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• A confident communicator who thrives in a high-energy, performance-driven environment.

Apply now!