The purpose of this underwriting position is to underwrite new policies and renewals, negotiations, quotes etc.

Job Specifications:

(Commercial Lines)

Issuing new policies, renewals and endorsements on the Tial System
Prepare new business quotes.
Negotiating renewal terms and preparing the renewal documentation.
Checking policies before sending it to brokers
Telephone contact with brokers when they phone in with queries or amendments to / additional covers
Saving all work electronically
Arrange facultative reinsurance when required


Qualifications & Experience:

Very good communication skills (both written & verbal)
NQF Level 4: Short-Term Commercial Lines 150 Credits (complete full qualification as set by regulation)
Successfully completed the RE 5 Examination Level 1
A minimum of five (5) years´ working experience within Insurance Company
A minimum of five (5) years´ underwriting experience in commercial lines


Skills/Competencies:

Negotiating skills
Experience in working with commercial products
Policy, product and systems knowledge
Interpersonal skills
Problem solving and analysis
Cross functional awareness
Plan, organises and follow ups