Underwriting Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Presencial; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive compensation

Performance bonus

Health & retirement benefits

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Sandton seeks an experienced Underwriting Manager to lead risk, pricing, and portfolio management across insurance lines. You will guide a team, shape underwriting policies, and drive profitable growth in a prestigious financial district setting.

We value strategic thinkers with strong leadership, deep market knowledge, and regulatory awareness who can partner with sales, claims, and actuarial teams to deliver on the company’s underwriting philosophy.

Formación

• 7+ years in insurance underwriting, with 3+ years in a management or supervisory role.
• Expertise in risk assessment, pricing, and portfolio management across insurance lines.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of the insurance market, trends, and regulatory landscape.
• Relevant underwriting or insurance qualifications preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, train, and mentor the underwriting team to achieve departmental goals.
• Develop and implement underwriting strategies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify risks, and adjust approaches accordingly.
• Collaborate with sales, claims, and actuarial departments to align strategy.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and underwriting philosophy.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Risk assessment

Pricing

Portfolio management

Strategic thinking

Educación

Professional underwriting qualification

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Underwriting Manager to lead their underwriting operations in the bustling financial hub of Sandton. This leadership position requires a deep understanding of risk assessment, pricing strategies, and portfolio management within the insurance industry. You will be responsible for guiding the underwriting team, developing underwriting policies, and ensuring the profitable growth of the company's insurance book. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact in a high-profile environment within Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor the underwriting team to achieve departmental goals and maintain high standards.
• Develop and implement effective underwriting strategies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify emerging risks, and adjust underwriting approaches accordingly.
• Collaborate with sales, claims, and actuarial departments to ensure cohesive business strategy.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company underwriting philosophy.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Proven expertise in risk assessment, pricing, and portfolio management across various insurance lines.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision‑making capabilities.
• In‑depth knowledge of the insurance market, industry trends, and regulatory landscape.
• Relevant professional qualifications in underwriting or insurance are highly preferred.

Benefits

• Executive‑level salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Full‑time position with a clear career progression trajectory.
• Extensive health, retirement, and other premium benefits.
• Opportunities for strategic influence and professional development.
• A prestigious work environment in the heart of Sandton's business district.