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Junior Underwriter (STI)


Job Location:

Pretoria - South Africa

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 0-1years
Posted: 1 September 2026 (9 days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client an established short-term insurance brokerage based in Pretoria East is seeking two Junior Short-Term Insurance Underwriters to join their growing underwriting team. The role is suited to industry-qualified individuals in the early stages of their careers who are looking to build long-term expertise in personal and commercial lines. Full mentorship and structured development will be provided within a close-knit supportive team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assess rate and process new business renewals endorsements and cancellations across personal and commercial lines
  • Prepare and issue quotations comparative quotes and policy schedules within agreed turnaround times
  • Review risk information supporting documentation and survey reports to determine acceptable terms and conditions
  • Apply underwriting guidelines and delegated authority referring risks outside of mandate to senior underwriters or insurer partners
  • Liaise with insurers brokers and clients regarding cover queries amendments and outstanding requirements
  • Conduct annual renewal reviews including sum insured adequacy premium adjustments and re-broking where required
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date client policy and risk records on the brokerage administration system
  • Follow up on outstanding documentation FICA requirements debit order mandates and premium collections
  • Support the claims department by confirming cover and policy status at the time of loss
  • Assist with the preparation of underwriting reports and management information
  • Ensure all activity complies with FAIS TCF POPIA and internal compliance requirements
  • Maintain product knowledge and complete annual CPD requirements
  • Provide general administrative support to the underwriting department as required


Requirements
  • NQF Level 4 qualification in Short-Term Insurance (minimum 150 FAIS credits) or equivalent
  • RE5 Regulatory Examination completed
  • Fit and Proper in terms of FAIS legislation
  • Practical exposure to short-term insurance underwriting whether through a learnership internship or 12 years experience
  • Working knowledge of personal and/or commercial lines products
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Confident written and verbal communication in English; Afrikaans proficiency advantageous
  • Computer literate in MS Office; experience on an insurance administration system (Cardinal Flexi TIAL or similar) advantageous
  • A collaborative service-oriented approach and a genuine willingness to learn


  • Benefits
    Benefits and Compensation

    Our client is offering a market-related salary depending on qualifications and addition the successful candidates can expect:

    • Support towards CPD and further industry qualifications
    • Structured mentorship from senior underwriters
    • Long-term growth opportunities within a stable established brokerage