Underwriter at Guardrisk

Role Purpose    

• The candidate will assist in the administration of the underwriting functions in respect of all Guardrisk divisions.

Requirements    

• Minimum 120 FAIS Credits (NQF Level 5)
• At least 5 years commercial and personal Lines underwriting experience in an insurance company
• Insurance qualification would be an added advantage
• RE5 Short Term (Commercial and Personal Lines)

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Issuing policies and Sasria as directed
• Ensuring adherence to professional standards of service and compliance with all legislative and licensing requirements
• Providing administrative support to product owners, UMA’s and portfolio managers
• Issuing the Sasria Coupons as per the regulations
• Assist in Ensuring that UMA and NMI Binder Holders are adhering to agreed Sasria mandates and regulations  
• Assist the department in gathering the data required for Sasria reporting
• Ensuring compliance with all legislative and licensing requirements
• Assist in Special Projects as directed
• Collaboration with Compliance Areas
• Administration of Sasria function for Guardisk and Binders

Competencies    

• Planning and Organising
• Good communication skills
• Numerical Skills
• Initiative
• Building Relationships
• Ability to work under pressure