Personal Lines Insurance Underwriter

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Manpower Group SA (Pty) Ltd Full time
Position Overview:
The primary function of the underwriting division is to assess the risk associated with insuring a specific individual, asset, or business. The underwriter plays a crucial role in accepting liability and determining the suitable premium pricing for the insurance policy. Additionally, the underwriter is tasked with rejecting unfavorable risks in line with established underwriting protocols and policy language.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage endorsements and amendments on current policies.
  • Evaluate broker productivity across all brokers with outsourced or binder agreements.
  • Address all broker inquiries within defined service level agreements (SLAs) and turnaround times.
  • Process renewals on a monthly and annual basis.
  • Request VAR surveys for new and existing business during the renewal phase, considering all pertinent risk factors to make informed underwriting choices.
  • Implement corrective actions based on claims history.
  • Handle cancellations in accordance with internal operating procedures and timelines.
  • Strive to retain business in situations where there is a risk of client loss.
  • Provide quotes for existing policies upon broker requests for the addition or removal of items or assets.
  • Maintain disciplined management of daily tasks and responsibilities.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma (Matric).
  • Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC) in Short Term Insurance – advantageous.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Experience with the TIAL Operating System (System A) – highly beneficial.
  • Strong understanding of relevant short-term insurance policy language (Multimark III and/or Personal Lines).
  • A minimum of one year of relevant experience in short-term insurance underwriting, specifically with Personal Lines products.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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