Job Description
About the Role
Manpower Group is seeking an experienced Commercial Underwriter to join our team in Gauteng. As a key member of our underwriting department, you will play a crucial role in evaluating and managing commercial short-term insurance risks. You will be responsible for providing expert analysis and recommendations to clients, ensuring that their insurance needs are met while minimizing risk exposure.
Key Responsibilities
- Effective Communication skills (Email and Telephonic Etiquette)
- Ability to effectively handle conflict/ irate client
- Effective numerical skills and ability to think analytically with good attention to detail
- Solution based thinking
- High levels customer service orientation
- Logical thinking with good ability to work through “noise”
- Ability to perform without or with limited supervision
- Ability to use own initiative when dealing with ‘out of the ordinary’ scenarios
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
- High levels of self-perception (confidence, self-empowerment, optimism, self-respect)
- Effective Time management skills
- Demonstrate high levels of accountability
- High levels of stress tolerance
- Ability to build value adding interpersonal relationships with colleagues, managers and brokers
- Ability to work well within a team
Requirements
- Matric
- FETC (Further Education & Training Certificate) in Short Term Insurance – NQF 4 (150 credits)
- Completed RE1
- Computer literacy (Word, excel, outlook)
- Exposure to, or work experience on the TIAL Operating System (System A) – highly advantageous
- Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant short-term insurance policy wording (Multimark III and/ or Personal Lines)
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About Other Insurance Jobs in Gauteng
The Other Insurance (OI) industry is a significant sector in Gauteng, South Africa, offering a range of career opportunities for professionals with the right skills and experience. Typically, OI roles are in demand across various industries, including financial services, technology, and manufacturing, as companies seek to manage and mitigate risks associated with their operations.
Generally, OI specialists in Gauteng can expect salaries that vary widely depending on factors such as level of experience, company size, and industry sector. While broad salary ranges cannot be provided due to the variable nature of these factors, it is common for experienced OI professionals to earn between R600 000 and R1 200 000 per annum, while entry-level roles may start at around R300 000 to R500 000 per annum. However, salaries can fluctuate depending on individual circumstances.
Common skills required for OI roles in Gauteng include expertise in financial management, risk analysis, data interpretation, communication, and project management. Other essential skills often include proficiency in insurance software, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to work under pressure. Many OI professionals also hold relevant certifications or degrees in fields such as actuarial science, business administration, or economics.
The financial services sector is a significant employer of OI professionals in Gauteng, with other industries such as technology and manufacturing also commonly hiring for these roles. Other sectors that may employ OI specialists include healthcare, construction, and logistics. In terms of career development, many OI professionals in Gauteng progress to senior roles within their current organisations or move into related fields such as risk management, auditing, or claims handling.
For those seeking a career in OI, it is essential to develop a broad range of skills and experience, often through formal education and training. Many OI professionals in Gauteng have pursued certifications such as the Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries (FIA) or the Chartered Insurance Practitioner (CIP). Building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders is also crucial for success in this field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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