Commercial Underwriter Privé

3 weeks ago

Sandton, South Africa Santam Full time

Who are we?

Santam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. We are a large, diversified, expanding and transforming company and whilst based in South Africa, we are rapidly moving into a number of emerging markets, both in Africa and Asia. Our success is rooted in our passion for our clients and everything we do is centred on our delivery of Insurance Good and Proper.

What will you do?

SBS Commercial Privé has a position available for an Asset All Risk commercial underwriter sales (quotes and new business)

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position will have full accountability for the underwriting of all very large Commercial Property policies with exposures greater than R250m at every stage of the policy lifecycle . from quote stage to amendments to renewal of these policies and will therefore require a certain level of discretion to be considered and applied. The incumbent will be expected to know these policies intimately and be able to discuss details directly with brokers, giving advice where required and suggesting solutions.

KNOWLWDGE AND SKILLS


• Analytical thinking with ability to statistically analyse information and data

• Working knowledge of the Santam Mainframe and Policy Centre systems to be in a position to quote and capture the the policies accurately

• Ability to cope with conflicting demands and to prioritise tasks

• Appreciation of insurance and underwriting principles

• Numerical skills

• Information seeking . likes to get to the bottom of things

• Commercial and profit driven

• Execution and deadline oriented

• Good communication skills (verbal and written)

• Keen attention to detail

• Teamwork and collaboration

What will make you successful in this role?

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Have a deep understanding and interpretation of technical surveys, survey reviews and risk reduction controls based on various commercial risk classes.


• Prepare underwriting terms on quotations for these policies in line with the Santam Underwriting Guideline and individuals mandate.

• Assist with amendment Potential queries for these policies on the Santam system

• Prepare reinsurance calculations to determine the exposure

• Read and Interpret the survey report requirements in order to assess the risk and provide brokers with feedback on quotations in this regard.

• Interpret technical information and assist brokers with policy wording interpretation

• Discuss renewals with brokers for these policies and have intimate understanding of these policies so that you can have an informed discussion with brokers, Technical Managers and Commercial Property Specialist where necessary

• Collate information and identify missing information before sending onto Underwriting Specialist; reference source for information and recommend decision to Specialist

• Perform underwriting reviews (new business, amendments, multi claimants and renewals)

• Manage data quality and find solutions to improve data for underwriting purposes

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERERIENCE


• Matric

• Minimum of 5 years Commercial Lines underwriting experience

• Minimum 60 commercial credits

• Additional completed tertiary insurance qualifications will be beneficial

• In-depth knowledge and working experience of the Asset All Risk product

• Working knowledge of reinsurance

• Computer literate (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint – intermediated proficiency levels)

Personal Attributes

Manages complexity - Contributing independentlyPersuades - Contributing independentlyAction orientated - Contributing independentlyBusiness insight - Contributing independently

Build a successful career with us

We're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

Cultivates innovation - Contributing independentlyCustomer focus - Contributing independentlyDrives results - Contributing independentlyCollaborates - Contributing independentlyBeing resilient - Contributing independently

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

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