Short-Term Insurance Underwriter

About the role

Futur‑e Insurance Brokers is seeking a dedicated Short‑Term Insurance Underwriter to join its Pretoria East team. The role involves assessing risk, underwriting policies, and managing claims to deliver tailored insurance solutions for personal and commercial clients.

Key responsibilities

• Underwrite policies in line with company standards, policies and procedures.
• Handle administration and written communication related to underwriting.
• Process all documentation accurately and ensure timely renewal reviews.
• Resolve client and insurer queries according to company standards.
• Manage the full claims process from first notification to final settlement.
• Liaise with insurers, loss adjusters, assessors, service providers and clients.

Required profile

• Minimum three years’ experience in short‑term insurance underwriting.
• Bilingual in Afrikaans and English with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of standard office and insurance‑related computer systems.
• Completed Class of Business for Personal and Commercial in line with regulatory requirements.
• Successfully passed the RE5 examination and obtained the required 150 regulatory credits.
• Own reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence; residence in Pretoria East or surrounding area.
• Strong attention to detail, good understanding of short‑term insurance products and underwriting principles.
• Ability to assess and manage insurance risks, work independently and as part of a team, and meet deadlines under pressure.