Underwriter: Personal Lines | Volksrust

The Recruitment Council; Volksrust; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Underwriter for Personal Lines to manage insurance policies from underwriting to renewals. This role involves maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders while ensuring effective communication and detailed record-keeping. The ideal candidate will have a client-focused approach and the ability to handle diverse tasks efficiently. If you are organized, resilient, and passionate about delivering exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in the insurance sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in personal lines underwriting.
• Grade 12 qualification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage the personal lines underwriting process from start to finish.
• Prepare and provide quotations, issue new policies, and renewals.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Administrative skills

Planning and organizing abilities

Time management skills

Client focus

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Education

Grade 12 qualification

NQF 4 Certificate in Short-Term Insurance

RE5 Certificate

Job description

Our client is on the lookout for an Underwriter: Personal Lines who will assist advisors in managing personal lines insurance policies, from initial underwriting through to policy renewals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the personal lines underwriting process from start to finish.
• Prepare for policy renewals.
• Communicate with clients and advisers.
• Prepare and provide quotations.
• Issue new policies, renewals, and endorsements.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Record and maintain detailed information in relevant systems.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 qualification.
• NQF 4 Certificate in Short-Term Insurance (advantageous).
• RE5 Certificate (advantageous).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in personal lines underwriting.

Competencies:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent administrative skills.
• Effective planning and organizing abilities.
• Good time management skills.
• Resilience and good stress tolerance.
• High client focus with strong interpersonal skills.

This role is perfect for an experienced personal lines underwriter who is organized, client-focused, and able to handle a diverse range of tasks while building positive relationships with clients and colleagues.