Underwriting Assistant - Commercial Lines

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Comprehensive medical aid and退休 fund

Paid training and development

Generous annual leave

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive team environment

Exposure to commercial insurance

Regular team lunches and social events

Professional development courses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized Underwriting Assistant to support our commercial lines team in Polokwane, Limpopo. This entry-level role focuses on admin tasks, processing applications, and coordinating with brokers under guidance.

You will gain hands-on experience with commercial insurance products and the underwriting decision-making process, with on-the-job training and clear career progression paths. Join a supportive team in Polokwane.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a tertiary qualification in business or related field is a plus.
• Previous administrative or office support experience is preferred, but not essential.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn new processes and systems.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in our Polokwane, Limpopo office.
• Enthusiasm for the insurance industry and a desire to develop a career in underwriting.
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in the review and processing of new business submissions and renewals.
• Gather and organize necessary documentation, including applications, financial statements, and loss runs.
• Enter and maintain accurate policy information in the underwriting system.
• Communicate with brokers and agents to obtain missing information or clarify details.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and other related paperwork.
• Manage filing systems, both physical and electronic, ensuring easy retrieval of information.
• Provide administrative support to the underwriting team, including scheduling meetings and managing correspondence.
• Assist in generating reports on submission flow, binding ratios, and other key metrics.
• Learn and apply underwriting guidelines and procedures under supervision.
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding policy status and details.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Microsoft Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma

Business-related qualification (a plus)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Underwriting system

Job description

About the Role

About the Role Our client, a growing insurance firm, is seeking an organized and diligent Underwriting Assistant to support their commercial lines team in Polokwane, Limpopo . This entry-level role is perfect for individuals starting their career in the insurance industry who possess strong administrative skills and a keen interest in underwriting. You will provide essential support to underwriters by managing documentation, processing applications, and communicating with brokers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and eager to learn. This role offers invaluable on-the-job training and a clear path for career progression within the underwriting field. Working within the vibrant community of Polokwane, Limpopo , you will become an integral part of a supportive team dedicated to providing excellent service. You will gain hands‑on experience with various commercial insurance products and gain exposure to the underwriting decision‑making process. This is an excellent opportunity to build a solid foundation in insurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in the review and processing of new business submissions and renewals.
• Gather and organize necessary documentation, including applications, financial statements, and loss runs.
• Enter and maintain accurate policy information in the underwriting system.
• Communicate with brokers and agents to obtain missing information or clarify details.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and other related paperwork.
• Manage filing systems, both physical and electronic, ensuring easy retrieval of information.
• Provide administrative support to the underwriting team, including scheduling meetings and managing correspondence.
• Assist in generating reports on submission flow, binding ratios, and other key metrics.
• Learn and apply underwriting guidelines and procedures under supervision.
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding policy status and details.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification; a tertiary qualification in business or a related field is a plus.
• Previous administrative or office support experience is preferred, but not essential.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn new processes and systems.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in our Polokwane, Limpopo office.
• Enthusiasm for the insurance industry and a desire to develop a career in underwriting.
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Paid training and development opportunities.
• Generous annual leave.
• Opportunity for career advancement within Our client's organization.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to the commercial insurance market.
• Regular team lunches and social events.
• Contribution towards relevant professional development courses.