Underwriting Assistant - Personal Lines

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organised Underwriting Assistant to support the Personal Lines underwriting team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This entry-level role involves data entry, policy issuance, document management and initial risk checks, with full-time work in the Queens town office.

Responsibilities include processing applications and renewals, maintaining client data, and preparing policy documents. The role offers career development within the SA underwriting field and a friendly, stable

Qualifications

• Matriculation (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• Administrative or customer service experience is advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and data entry.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn about underwriting in the SA market.
• South African insurance market familiarity is a plus.
• Full-time in Queenstown, Eastern Cape office.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters with processing new business applications and renewals.
• Enter and maintain client data in the underwriting system.
• Verify policy information for completeness and accuracy.
• Conduct basic risk assessments using predefined guidelines.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements and correspondence.
• Respond to queries from intermediaries and clients.
• Manage underwriting files (electronic and physical).
• Provide administrative support to the underwriting team.
• Maintain high accuracy and efficiency in all tasks.

Skills

Administrative skills

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Matriculation certificate

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Underwriting Assistant - Personal Lines

5320, Eastern Cape Placements24

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Job Description

full-time

About the Role Our client, a growing insurance company, is looking for an organized and diligent Underwriting Assistant to support their Personal Lines underwriting team in **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth and efficient processing of personal insurance applications. The Underwriting Assistant will provide administrative and technical support to underwriters, including data entry, policy issuance, document management, and initial risk assessment checks. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in the insurance industry, particularly those with strong administrative skills and a desire to learn about underwriting principles in the **Eastern Cape**. Key Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in processing new business applications and policy renewals for personal lines insurance (e.g., household, vehicle).
• Accurately enter and maintain client data in the underwriting system.
• Verify policy information, ensuring completeness and accuracy of documentation.
• Conduct basic risk assessments based on predefined guidelines and scripts.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and other correspondence for clients and intermediaries.
• Respond to queries from intermediaries and clients regarding policy status and documentation.
• Manage and organize underwriting files, both electronic and physical.
• Support underwriters with various administrative tasks as required.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and efficiency in all tasks performed.

Requirements

• A matriculation certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification.
• Previous administrative or customer service experience is advantageous.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document management.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A willingness to learn and develop within the insurance sector.
• Familiarity with the **South African** insurance market is a plus.
• Must be able to work full-time in our **Queenstown, Eastern Cape** office.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive entry-level salary, medical aid contributions, and membership in a provident fund.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and career development within the underwriting department are provided.
• The role is based in a friendly office environment in **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**, offering a stable and supportive workplace.
• This is an ideal role for someone starting their career in insurance within the **Eastern Cape**.

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