Job Title Trainee Underwriter Location Pinelands,ZA Organization Name OMEM Capability Cluster – PS Claims & Underwriting Brief Description Trainee Underwriter – Mutual Park, Pinelands(12 Month Contract Position) Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply for the above position in a vibrant Underwriting Team in Pinelands, Cape Town. If you are a dynamic, articulate, goal directed, with high energy, a positive attitude and passion, read more about this exciting opportunity. This Underwriter Development Programme position prepares participants for a career in underwriting, through a robust in-house training program. The underwriting interns will learn about our underwriting philosophy, business unit products, strategies, principles of negotiation and relationship building. The Underwriter Development Programme will span over a period of twelve (12) months. During the 12 month period, candidates will be assessed by way of examinations, assignments and practical application of knowledge. As knowledge base increases, participants will gradually be given more responsibility within the department. Underwriters on the Development Programme will begin by handling low risk business and capturing of medical information under the supervision of an Underwriter and gradually progress to more advanced levels of risk assessment as their skills develop. At the end of the twelve month period comprehensive audits will be conducted to establish overall quality of work and decision making capability. Success will be measured by a predetermined minimum pass rate. After successful completion of the 12 month Underwriter Development Programme candidates will have the opportunity to apply for available underwriter position/s in the Underwriting Department. Successful applicants for the underwriter role would be appointed in a permanent capacity. KRA’s SPECIFIC KEY RESULT AREAS · Be responsible for underwriting decisions, under the supervision of a mentor. · Effectively handle all intermediary enquires and give advice re specific requirements and impairments. · Accurately capture underwriting information into the product administration system. · Provide written communication to clients and distribution channels. · Keep abreast of developments and trends in areas of expertise. · Uphold and maintain the image of Underwriting and Old Mutual by always maintaining the highest standard in client care. · Develop critical underwriting skills, through classroom, independent, and on-the-job training, including analysis of exposures, determination of appropriate insurance coverage and conditions. · Gather and review information on financial conditions, risk exposures, and economic trends that may affect the risk providedEstablish, support, and maintain effective relationships with customers, agents and brokers. GENERIC KEY RESULT AREAS Personal Effectiveness · Accountable for service delivery through own efforts. · Individually accountable for managing own time, tasks and output quality · Makes increased contributions by broadening individual skills. · Collaborates effectively with others to achieve personal results. · Accepts and lives the company values. Risk Management · Uses specialist technical knowledge to assess risk for business and/or specific products. · Determines, selects and accepts risk and/or liability on behalf of the organisation. · Evaluates proposals and medical evidence against business rules and practices. · Exercises discretion in decision making within standardised practice. Job Requirements Role Qualifications· Matric with Biology and Mathematics or Accounting · Relevant Tertiary Qualification in a medically aligned or business field highly advantageous. · PC proficiency · Good problem-solving and decision-making skills. · Strong planning, organising and time-management skills. · Ability to work under pressure whilst still maintaining a professional image. · Good interpersonal skills. · Innovative and energetic, strong team player. · Well developed English written & verbal communication skills (fully bilingual, English and one other official language) essential. · Must be willing to work overtime where necessary. · Must demonstrate a strong customer focus · Strong telephony skills Competencies · Information Monitoring · Initiating Action · Ownership · Planning & Organising · Team Orientation · Technical Knowledge Additional Details Appointments will be made in line with the Old Mutual Employment Equity Plan. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. APPLY NOW
