Overall purpose of the position:

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

Job Specifications:
• Issuing new policies, renewals and endorsements on the Tial/Ski 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: 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 three (3) years´ underwriting experience

Skills/Competencies:
• Negotiating skills
• Experience in working with personal lines
• Policy, product and systems knowledge
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem solving and analysis
• Cross functional awareness
• Plan, organizes and follow ups