Junior Underwriter, Pretoria

Key Responsibilities

• Risk Assessment: Reviewing applications and supporting documentation to assess risk feasibility for personal or commercial lines.
• Policy Administration: Processing new business, renewals, endorsements, and cancellations within defined mandates.
• Documentation & Data Management: Collecting necessary documentation (e.g., incident reports, financial data) and capturing accurate data on systems.
• Client/Broker Liaison: Providing professional service, handling queries, and providing feedback to clients/brokers regarding the underwriting process.
• Compliance: Ensuring all policies adhere to company underwriting standards, policy wording, and regulatory requirements.
• Technical Support: Assisting with audits and preparing underwriting reports. 

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree in finance, insurance, or risk management is generally preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in short-term insurance (personal lines) or administrative roles is often required.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and experience with insurance software systems.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze risk and evaluate financial data.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in data capturing and assessing documentation.