Senior Underwriter – Short-Term Insurance

Location: Fourways, Johannesburg

Salary: R35,000 – R40,000 per month (negotiable for the right candidate)

Company Overview: Join a well-established short-term insurance brokerage with over 35 years of industry expertise. We are a dynamic and close-knit team of 12 professionals, committed to providing exceptional insurance solutions across personal, commercial, and specialty classes. As a member of our underwriting team, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining our high standards of service and client satisfaction.

Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Underwriter to join our underwriting team of four professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling all aspects of underwriting and policy administration under a full binder facility. This role requires a highly organized and proactive individual with strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of the short-term insurance market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Underwriting & Risk Assessment: Assess and evaluate risks across personal, commercial, and specialty insurance classes, ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines.
• Policy Administration: Manage policy documentation, amendments, renewals, endorsements, and cancellations with precision and accuracy.
• Client Interaction: Communicate effectively with clients, brokers, and insurers to ensure smooth policy processing and address any queries.
• Negotiation & Placement: Engage with insurers to secure competitive placements and tailor insurance solutions to meet client needs.
• Invoicing & Financial Processing: Ensure accurate invoicing, premium calculations, and processing of policy transactions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to FAIS and RE5 regulatory requirements, ensuring all processes align with industry standards.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and submit monthly reports to insurers, ensuring transparency and accuracy in underwriting processes.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with underwriting team members and contribute to a positive and efficient work environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• FAIS Compliant and RE5 Certification (Non-Negotiable)
• A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in short-term insurance underwriting.
• Strong knowledge of personal, commercial, and specialty insurance classes.
• Excellent communication skills in English (Afrikaans is a bonus, as we serve many Afrikaans-speaking clients).
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and risk assessment ability.
• Proficiency in policy administration and underwriting systems.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while being an active team player.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and problem-solving capabilities.

Why Join Us?

• Stability & Growth: Be part of an established company with a strong market presence.
• Competitive Salary: Earn a lucrative salary with potential for growth based on performance.
• Team Environment: Work with a dedicated team of insurance professionals.
• Career Development: Expand your expertise in an organization that values professional growth.

How to Apply: If you are a highly skilled underwriter with the required qualifications and experience, we want to hear from you! Send your updated CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to info@trasa.co.za.

Apply today and take your underwriting career to new heights!

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