Underwriting Specialist
Boardroom Appointments · Johannesburg, Gauteng
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- Our client, a leading commercial insurance organisation, is seeking an experienced Underwriting Specialist to manage and grow its Engineering and Renewable Energy portfolio across Africa. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded underwriting professional who combines strong technical expertise with business development capabilities to achieve profitable portfolio growth while delivering exceptional broker service.
Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite and accept Engineering risks within delegated authority levels.
- Manage, retain, and grow an allocated portfolio of brokers and clients.
- Drive Gross Written Premium GWP, profitability, and loss ratio targets.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Engineering and Renewable Energy sectors.
- Build and strengthen relationships with brokers through regular engagement and exceptional service delivery.
- Analyse broker portfolios to identify growth opportunities and improve business performance.
- Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, governance standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor portfolio performance and implement underwriting actions to achieve profitability targets.
- Manage Engineering underwriting activities in line with business objectives.
- Provide technical underwriting support and market insight to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support credit control activities, including payment follow-ups and reconciliation assistance where required.
- Promote continuous improvement, technical excellence, and adherence to company policies and best practices.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric NQF Level 4.
- Insurance qualification.
- Minimum 3 years' Engineering Insurance experience.
- Proven sales experience with a strong presence within the broker community.
- RE qualification and compliance with industry regulatory requirements.
- FAIS compliant.
- Valid driver's licence.
- Clear criminal and credit record.
Technical Requirements
- Engineering Underwriting
- Engineering Insurance Products
- Renewable Energy Insurance
- Commercial Insurance
- Broker Relationship Management
- Portfolio Management
- Business Development
- Risk Assessment
- Underwriting Principles
- FAIS & Regulatory Compliance
- Credit Control
- Gross Written Premium GWP Management
- Loss Ratio Management
Preferred Experience
- Experience within the Renewable Energy insurance sector.
- Knowledge of the African Engineering and Renewable Energy insurance and reinsurance markets.
- Strong understanding of underwriting governance and best practices.
- Experience managing profitable broker portfolios.
We're Looking For Someone Who Is
- A strong relationship builder with excellent broker engagement skills.
- Commercially minded with a passion for business development and portfolio growth.
- Technically strong with sound Engineering underwriting expertise.
- Customer focused and committed to delivering exceptional service.
- Analytical with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Self-driven, adaptable, and results oriented.
- An effective communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment.
- Passionate about achieving underwriting excellence while maintaining strong governance standards.