Underwriting Assistant - Personal Lines

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Comprehensive training program in 보험 (

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Underwriting Assistant to support the Personal Lines underwriting team. The role focuses on data entry, policy issuance, quote preparation, and assisting underwriters with risk assessment.

This entry-level position offers comprehensive training in insurance principles, opportunities for career progression, a friendly work environment, and benefits such as medical aid and retirement fund participation.

Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent.
• Previous administrative or office support experience preferred.
• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in assessing and processing personal lines insurance applications.
• Accurately enter and maintain policy information in the underwriting system.
• Prepare quotes and policy documents for review.
• Respond to queries from brokers and internal stakeholders regarding policy details.
• Verify information provided on application forms.
• Scan, organize, and manage policy files and supporting documentation.
• Perform data analysis and generate basic reports as required.
• Support the underwriting team with ad-hoc administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and underwriting guidelines.

Skills

Numerical aptitude

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Matriculation certificate or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic insurer, is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Underwriting Assistant to support their Personal Lines underwriting team in Bloemfontein . This role is crucial for the smooth operation of the underwriting department, providing essential administrative and analytical support. You will be involved in tasks such as data entry, policy issuance, quote preparation, and assisting underwriters with risk assessment. The ideal candidate will have a strong aptitude for numbers, excellent administrative skills, and a genuine interest in the insurance industry. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in insurance underwriting. You will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining valuable insights into the insurance market. Join our client's established team in the heart of the Free State and contribute to their continued success.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in assessing and processing personal lines insurance applications.
• Accurately enter and maintain policy information in the underwriting system.
• Prepare quotes and policy documents for review.
• Respond to queries from brokers and internal stakeholders regarding policy details.
• Verify information provided on application forms.
• Scan, organize, and manage policy files and supporting documentation.
• Perform data analysis and generate basic reports as required.
• Support the underwriting team with ad-hoc administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and underwriting guidelines.

Requirements

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent.
• Previous administrative or office support experience preferred.
• A keen interest in the insurance industry.
• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Comprehensive training program in insurance principles and practices.
• Medical aid and retirement fund participation.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the underwriting function.
• A supportive and friendly work environment in Bloemfontein .
• Contribute to a reputable financial institution in the Free State .