Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

Reviews risk submissions from clients, agents, and referrals, and underwrites insurance requests within guidelines of the underwriting manual and authority limits. Applies underwriting and risk-selection techniques to determine acceptability of new and renewal insurance risks.

This role uses specialist technical knowledge to assess claims in the individual life benefit range for the business and/or specific products.

This role is for a dynamic individual with a willingness to learn and be part of a specialised claims assessing team.

Role Requirements

Matric with Biology, Mathematics, or Accounting essentialCompleted medical / medically aligned degree, e.g. Nursing; Occupational Therapy; Physiotherapy, or a three (3) year related diploma would be a distinct advantage.Claims assessing experience would be an added advantage.Specialised medical knowledge through learning or experience is essential.Experience in the Financial Service Industry would be advantageous.PC proficiency in MS Office i.e. Word, Excel, etc.Well-developed interpersonal skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills particularly the ability to have difficult conversations.Attention to detail.Well-developed problem-solving skills.Excellent time management skillsGood presentation skills.Must be a team player.Must be willing to work shifts and overtime where necessary.

Skills

Action Planning, Computer Literacy, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Default Risk, Insurance Product Management, Insurance Sales, Legal Practices, Management Reporting, Numerical Aptitude, Oral Communications, Professional Presentation, Risk Based Pricing, Risk Management, Underwriting Management

Competencies

Action OrientedCollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyEnsures AccountabilityInstills TrustManages ComplexityOptimizes Work ProcessesPlans and Aligns

Education

Bachelors Degree (B)

Closing Date

30 June 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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