Short-term insurance underwriter

An industry leader within the short term insurance advisory industry, based in the NORTH WEST PROVINCE is recruiting for an experienced, qualified and skilled Short-Term Insurance Underwriter

Formal education and qualifications as a minimum requirement

• Class of Business in Short-term Personal Lines
• Higher Certificate in Short-term Insurance - NQF 5 (minimum 120 credits)
• Regulatory Exam for representatives (RE5)
• Signed off at FSCA
• Matric
• Valid driver’s licence, code 8
• Own transport is mandatory

Inherent requirements and skills applicable to this vacancy

• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Passionate about customer care
• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Innovative, outgoing and a dynamic persona
• Excellent communication skills (both English and Afrikaans)
• Must be computer literate on a basic to intermediary level on Microsoft software
• Must have high initiative and entrepreneurial skills and must be able to work independently
• Effective business communication

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining business relationships with clients
• Discussing and assessing clients’ current and future short-term insurance needs
• Researching insurance policies and products and stay informed with change strategies from service providers
• Negotiating policy terms and costs with insurance providers
• Arranging insurance cover for clients with the insurance provider
• Keeping detailed records on the relevant systems
• Preparing management reports
• Advising clients on claims
• Renewing or amending existing policies for clients
• Undertaking general administrative duties
• Marketing ventures to reach minimum goals
• All new and existing clients must be aware of the complete Financial Service that the Company renders
• Maintain constant portfolio growth through the recruitment of new clients
• Give guidance to Administrators with regard to work procedures

Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo psychometric testing and background screening.