Rosebank
Head of Product Underwriting
R1.3 mil - R1.8 mil CTC
Job Title: Head of Product Underwriting
Job Description:
Our client is a leading commercial risk specialist in Southern Africa dedicated to proactive risk management and superior customer service. This role reports to the Chief Underwriting Officer and is responsible for product underwriting across the Company Distribution, Specialist Insurance with some governance review support of Company Insurance Partners. Key responsibilities include:
Key Tasks and Accountabilities:
- Personal lines
- Commercial lines
- Flexiflite
- Farmers
- Body Corporate
- Accident and Health
- Liability
- Asset All Risks
- Manage and report on Underwriting Quality and Product adherence.
- Identify opportunities for growth within our risk appetite.
- Monitor and report on adherence to risk appetite across the portfolio.
- Develop and implement product and underwriting enhancements.
- Oversee underwriting governance functions.
- Manage Company’s Underwriting Operational Risk Register.
- Develop and maintain Underwriting training and peer reviews.
- Manage all Risk engineering functions.
- Financial forecasting and budgeting for the area.
- Drive service excellence in all aspects to all customers.
Relationships:
• Internal: Underwriting, Claims, Risk Management, Sales and Distribution
• External: Company Insurance Partners, Industry groups
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum NQF Level 7, i.e. University degree
- Minimum 5 – 8 years’ short term insurance experience
- 5 or more years general management experience
- Experience in project management advantageous.
Behaviours:
- Ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
- Self-motivated and takes initiative.
- Professional and positive attitude.
- Ability to manage a team to achieve performance outcomes.
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of economic trends impacting underwriting.
- Proficient product knowledge in policy wording and claims handling.
- Understanding of insurance industry trends and regulations.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in English and at least one other language.
- Strong communication skills for complex concepts.
- Advanced knowledge of the policy underwriting life cycle.
To apply: Please submit your CV and latest payslip to
Posted: 2024-07-09
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