Personal Lines Underwriter

SUMMARY:
Are you an experienced Personal Lines Underwriter with a strong understanding of policy administration, renewals, endorsements, and risk assessment?

POSITION INFO:
A leading insurance business is seeking a detail-oriented professional to join their underwriting team in Bryanston.
 
Non-Negotiable Requirements:

Please do NOT apply if you do not meet ALL of the following requirements:

• Matric
• NQF 5 in Short-Term Insurance
• RE5 (Regulatory Examination)
• Minimum of 4 years' Personal Lines Underwriting experience
• DOFA confirmation
• Cardinal 360 experience
• Personal Lines Class of Business accreditation

• Underwrite new business, renewals, and endorsements
• Prepare and review quotations
• Ensure all underwriting activities comply with company standards and procedures
• Manage policy amendments and client queries
• Negotiate renewal terms and prepare renewal documentation
• Calculate retentions and ensure profitable business retention
• Review and maintain policy accuracy and exposure levels
• Support sales teams in acquiring and retaining profitable business
• Deliver exceptional client service and resolve escalated queries
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies

• Strong knowledge of Personal Lines insurance
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical and solution-oriented mindset
• Professional, reliable, and customer-focused approach

• Actuarial (Life, Short-Term, Pensions, Health, Quant)
• Data Science & Advanced Analytics
• Pricing & Product Modelling
• Market, Credit & Quantitative Risk
• Machine Learning & AI Specialists