Underwriting Portfolio Manager Job at Metropolitan in Centurion

Job Title: Underwriting Portfolio Manager

Location: Centurion

    Position Purpose

    The individual will be responsible for the management, planning and control of an underwriting department. They will be required to apply their knowledge and expertise in terms of systems, risk assessment and marketing for the relevant portfolio.

    Location

    The above-mentioned position is currently available in our Momentum Retail Insurance division based at our office in Centurion.

    Experience & Qualifications

    Minimum Matric/Grade 12
    Minimum 10 years underwriting experience
    Previous management experience beneficial
    Life Underwriters Association of SA beneficial

    The Incumbent will be responsible for:

    Driving the engagement/retention of clients within the current portfolio.
    Managing and maintaining relationships with intermediaries, (internal and external), re-insurers, medical professionals and industry bodies amongst others.
    Effectively and consistently provide service delivery and support to all internal clients hence ensuring that the end client and the intermediary receive a quality interaction and relationship. Driving easy and efficient business processes and Effective support.
    Supporting business in increasing revenues and managing expenses.
    Driving continuous business improvement and addressing process inefficiencies.
    Managing daily workflow while effectively managing resources.
    Ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
    Ensuring compliance to underwriting standards, Legislation (e.g. ASISA, Country Law), and company policy
    Ensuring underwriting adheres to standards and considers the appropriate risk assessments of cases while consulting with third parties in risk assessment where required.
    Living the Momentum values namely Accountability, Diversity, Excellence, Integrity, Innovation & Teamwork

    Competencies Required

    Deciding & Initiating Action
    Leading & Supervising
    Working with People
    Adhering to Principles & Values
    Persuading & Influencing
    Presenting & Communicating Information
    Planning & Organising;
    Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
    Coping with Pressures & Setbacks
    Achieving Personal Work Goals & Objectives.

How to Apply:

http://careers.metropolitan.co.za/psp/Applicant/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL

Deadline: 12/02/2014