Underwriting Administrator

Pronel Personnel; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the short-term insurance sector seeks an Underwriting Administrator. This role is ideal for detail-oriented individuals eager to learn and grow within the industry, providing administrative support and ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines. Suitable applicants will have administrative experience and exposure to short-term insurance, with preference for those already familiar with the field.

Qualifications

• Matric is essential.
• Relevant short-term insurance qualification preferred.
• Administrative experience in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the underwriting team.
• Prepare and process policy documentation, renewals, and endorsements.
• Capture and update client and policy information accurately.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Team player

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Relevant short-term insurance qualification (e.g., RE 5, FAIS credits, NQF Level 4 in Short-Term Insurance)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our client in the short term insurance sector is looking for an Underwriting Administrator to join their team.This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive individual with strong administrative skills, good systems knowledge, and a willingness to learn and grow within the industry.

The client is open to training the right person, making this a fantastic opportunity for a junior or mid-level candidate with administrative experience and some exposure to short-term insurance, supported by relevant qualifications. Preference will be given to applicants who already have industry experience.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the underwriting team.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of policy documentation, renewals, and endorsements.
• Capture and update client and policy information accurately on internal systems.
• Liaise with brokers, clients, and insurers to obtain required documentation or follow up on outstanding information.
• Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and internal procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and manage electronic filing systems.
• Support in handling queries and ensuring timely communication between internal departments.

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12) is essential.
• A relevant short-term insurance qualification (e.g., RE 5, FAIS credits, NQF Level 4 in Short-Term Insurance) is highly advantageous.
• Previous administrative experience in a professional environment.
• Exposure to or experience in the short-term insurance industry is preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office and comfortable working on internal insurance systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive and willing attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow.

This would suit an individual that is:

• Self-motivated and eager to develop within the short-term insurance space.
• Able to handle pressure and meet deadlines with accuracy.
• Adaptable and tech-savvy, with a process-driven approach.
• Team player who takes initiative and ownership of tasks.

Suitable applications to be emailed to [e-mail]

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.