Insurance Underwriting Assistant — On-Site Training & Growth
South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Insurance
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Administrative/Clerical
Our client is expanding its underwriting department and seeks an organized and detail-oriented Insurance Underwriter Assistant to support their team in George . This role is crucial for the smooth operation of the underwriting process, involving data entry, policy administration, and direct communication with clients and brokers. You will play a key part in assisting underwriters to assess risks and determine policy terms, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
This position is ideal for an individual looking to build a solid foundation in the insurance industry, offering hands-on experience and a clear path for growth within a well-established company in the Western Cape.
Our client is expanding its underwriting department and seeks an organized and detail-oriented Insurance Underwriter Assistant to support their team in George . This role is crucial for the smooth operation of the underwriting process, involving data entry, policy administration, and direct communication with clients and brokers. You will play a key part in assisting underwriters to assess risks and determine policy terms, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
This position is ideal for an individual looking to build a solid foundation in the insurance industry, offering hands-on experience and a clear path for growth within a well-established company in the Western Cape.
- Assist underwriters in gathering and analyzing applicant information for risk assessment.
- Input policy details and applicant data accurately into the company's management system.
- Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and renewal notices for review.
- Respond to inquiries from brokers and clients regarding policy status and coverage.
- Liaise with other departments to ensure seamless policy processing from application to issuance.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date policy files, both physical and digital.
- Previous experience in an administrative or data entry role, preferably within the insurance sector.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
- A keen interest in learning about insurance underwriting principles.
- A stable, full-time position with a competitive starting salary.
- On‑site work environment fostering team collaboration.
- Extensive training and mentorship in underwriting practices.
- Access to group life and disability insurance.
- Opportunities for advancement within the company.
Our client is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Remote Insurance Underwriting Assistant to provide crucial support to their underwriting team. This fully remote position involves assisting underwriters with administrative tasks, data entry, preliminary risk assessment, and policy processing. You will play a key role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of the underwriting process, contributing to the smooth operation of the insurance business from a remote location.
This role is perfect for individuals looking to build a career in insurance from the comfort of their own home office in South Africa .
- Provide administrative support to underwriters, including managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and organizing files.
- Assist with the gathering and review of application information and supporting documents for new and renewal business.
- Perform preliminary analysis of risks based on established guidelines and input data into underwriting systems.
- Process policy endorsements, cancellations, and renewals accurately and efficiently.
- Liaise with agents, brokers, and clients to gather necessary information or clarify details.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic and physical filing systems for underwriting documentation.
- Previous experience (1-2 years) in an administrative support role, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry .
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment .
- Familiarity with underwriting principles or insurance terminology is a plus.
- Competitive entry‑level salary and potential for performance-based increases.
- Fully remote work arrangement, offering…
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