A well-established, boutique insurance practice based in Waterfall is looking for a Domestic Underwriter to join their small, collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assessing and underwriting domestic insurance applications in line with company guidelines
- Reviewing policy amendments, renewals, and endorsements
- Evaluating risk exposure and determining appropriate cover levels
- Calculating premiums and ensuring accurate policy pricing
- Processing new business, renewals, and cancellations
- Providing quotations for household contents, buildings, and all-risk cover
- Liaising with brokers, clients, and insurers regarding policy requirements
- Ensuring compliance with underwriting standards and regulatory requirements
- Reviewing claims histories and risk profiles when assessing applications
- Identifying potential underwriting risks and recommending appropriate actions
- Maintaining accurate policy records and client information
- Handling policy queries and providing technical underwriting support
- Monitoring renewal portfolios and retention opportunities
- Assisting with policy wording and coverage interpretation
- Preparing underwriting reports and management information where required
- Managing service level agreements and turnaround times
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with brokers and clients
- Supporting the claims department with policy-related queries
- Ensuring all underwriting documentation is complete and compliant
- Staying updated on industry trends, legislation, and insurance products.
Requirements:
- Matric
- 2+ years in short-term insurance (underwriting and/or claims)
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Good communication and client service ability
- Proficient in MS Office
- Willingness to learn and grow within the industry
What’s on Offer:
- Supportive, close-knit team environment
- Long-term growth opportunity within the business
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