Underwriter (short Term Insurance)
Western Cape, South Africa
Job Description
TWK Agri has the following vacancy available: Underwriter (Short-Term Insurance) within the Insurance Department in Knysna, Western Cape.
Job Summary
This role involves underwriting and renewing short-term insurance policies, evaluating applications, and making informed decisions aligned with company strategy. The underwriter will support clients and brokers, ensure compliance with relevant regulations, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute to continuous process improvements through data analysis.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Primary focus on Short-term policy underwriting/renewals
- Evaluate insurance applications and renewals
- Make informed underwriting decisions aligned with company strategy
- Prepare and maintain policy documentation in line with legal standards
- Support clients and brokers with underwriting queries, quotations, and renewals
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations (FAIS, POPIA, etc.)
- Analyse underwriting data and contribute to process improvements
- Matric / Grade 12
- 23 years underwriting experience in insurance
- A relevant degree in Finance, Insurance or Business (advantageous)
- RE5 certification (advantageous)
- Proficient in MS Office suite
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
- Customer-focused with solid problem-solving ability
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
*The company can expire job adverts at any time at their own discretion.
**TWK Agri supports the principles of Employment Equity and reserves the right to prioritise candidates in line with our Employment Equity targets.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1477569
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationWestern Cape, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned