We have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Technical Underwriter to join the Strategic Partnership team (a department of Santam Strategic Partners). This is a permanent opportunity based in Sandton, Johannesburg.
What will you do?
Policy wording drafting and maintaining
Underwriting considerations, restrictions and mandates
Monitoring of underwriting practices across binder holders and intermediaries
Underwriting exposure monitoring and reporting
Identify underwriting trends
Identify and implement risk mitigation measures
Identify and implement risk reduction measures
Alignment of underwriting and claims stage
Articulate technical aspects of underwriting to stakeholders
Monitor underwriting mandates extended to third parties
Manage referrals on big business deals where there is price bidding
evaluation of risk and consideration of proposals for new business
Support sales teams on technical problems
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor degree or higher in a related degree is essential.
8+ years experience in underwriting (preferably short term insurance) with a focus on technical underwriting experience.
Skills
Business acumen
Analytical Thinking
Coaching & Developing Others
Attention to Detail
Performance focus
Strategic awareness
Problem Solving
Open & Effective communication
Develop Ideas
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