Underwriter (Junior)
Requirements
- ✓Grade 12/Industry Related Qualification/Business Related Degree or Diploma
- ✓Underwriting administration knowledge – beneficial
- ✓Medical background (e.g. nursing diploma, biokinetics qualification) – beneficial
About This Role
Key Purpose of the role
Pre assessment of cases for group risk members above the free cover limit, submitted via a Declaration of Health. Works under direct supervision, with limited sign off limits. May contact applicants or brokers to obtain additional required information and answer questions from applicants regarding underwriting processes and decisions.
Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to
Assessment of risk for covers above the free cover limit, through assessment of a Declaration of Health
Providing reasons for underwriting decisions to members and their doctors
Liaising with re-insurer for cases above the relevant treaty limits
Liaising with members and brokers to obtain required information
Personal Attributes and Skills
The successful candidate must demonstrate the following competencies:
Continuous Learning and Self Development
Collaboration
Attention to Detail
Self- motivation
Integrity
Accountability
Teamwork
High level understanding of the underwriting process and the world of insurance
Self-awareness and able to ask for help
Be able to identify problems and reach solutions
Positive attitude
Able to liaise with staff internally and externally
Appropriate knowledge of medical risks and the impact on the various benefits".
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