Short-Term Insurance Commercial Lines Underwriter

Vacancy Details:

A well-established Insurance Brokerage in Cape Town, Southern Suburbs requires the services of an office based Commercial Lines Underwriter.

Minimum requirements:

• FAIS accredited (Relevant qualification, RE5 and CPD points for new cycle)
• Minimum 6 years experience in a broking environment
• Good computer skills and Cims proficient
• Be able to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Attention to detail and a systematic, thorough approach
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent conflict handling skills
• Highly competent with MS Office suite, paperless environment & Workflow experience

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Service

• Liaison with potential and existing clients, building positive relationships by giving accurate, appropriate information on policy covers, terms and conditions;
• Adhering to Service Level Agreements set by the company.

Portfolio Management

• Liaising with Brokers, Insurers and Suppliers;
• Processing quotes, new policies, renewals and endorsements;
• Accurate record keeping, continuous management of files, correspondence and diary.

Insurance Knowledge

• Studying various insurance products and proposals, and gathering and assessing background information;
• Keeping abreast of developments within the industry;
• Calculating possible risk using risk assessments, actuarial information, other statistics and own judgement;
• Determining correct competitive premiums and fees, and negotiating terms with Insurers and Brokers;
• Specifying conditions to be imposed on different types of policies;
• Keeping detailed records of policies underwritten, and decisions made.

Financial

• Manage credit control of client portfolios and institute growth of administration fees.

Salary commensurate with experience.

The employment package includes Provident Fund and a Medical Aid contribution.

Suitable candidates must send their CV to vacancies@intasure.co.za

Consider your application unsuccessful if you have not been contacted within 14 days of the advert.