CAREER OPPORTUNITY An exciting opportunity exists for a Commercial Underwriter at Brolink in Centurion. JOB DESCRIPTION Duties and Responsibilities: • Needs to have knowledge and understanding of various Commercial products – in depth knowledge. • Needs to understand Commercial Lines product requirements. o Various Insurers – Commercial products, Agriculture, Engineering and Hospitality • Needs to understand and have knowledge of how the Commercial Lines Industry works. The trends eg. Auto Rating etc. • Logical thinker • Be able to translate product requirements into system functionality – Eg. What information is required to be captured and how should it be validated. Minimums, Maximums, Accumulations, Computations (for when item Sums Insured must be computed from another item within a risk/section), etc. • Not afraid to investigate and learn new skills. This position will be in the commercial underwriting space. The Commercial Underwriter will report directly to the Underwriting Manager: Commercial Lines. Special working conditions: This position involves occasional overtime and an open plan office and environment. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The following academic qualifications and related experience are requirements for the position: • Matric is an essential requirement. • Regulatory Exam: Representatives • FAIS Credits (as per FAIS requirement) • Must be Fit&Proper in terms of the FAIS Act • Must not be debarred with FSB Experience in the financial services industry or short-term insurance industry (preferable) • At least 3 years’ experience in Commercial Underwriting • Must have experience in various commercial products – Comm, Agri, ST, Engineering etc. • Be able to handle a portfolio of approximately 600 policies. • No ITC Credit records (bad debts, judgements etc.). • No Criminal Record TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES The essential competencies that will be needed for this position are: • Well spoken. • Client orientation • Attention to detail. • Organized • Excellent communication skills (verbal&written) • Proper telephone etiquette • Must be able to speak / read and communicate in Afrikaans and English. • Must be able to handle pressure. • Excel knowledge a minimum requirement. ATTRIBUTES A number of attributes are part of the make-up of the person who will be best suited to the position. They include: • Must be administratively driven and demonstrate excellent attention to detail skills. • Must be results oriented and meet the required expectations of the position. • Must have the ability to make recommendations and decisions. • Must be a team player and able work individually. • Excellent communication skills (must be able to communicate on all levels). • Excellent customer service skills (verbal and written). • Must be able to work under pressure. • Must have a Positive attitude. ABOUT THE COMPANY Brolink is a leading provider of insurance administration services, providing a comprehensive range of insurance products from South Africa’s top insurers. Our portfolio includes personal insurance, commercial insurance as well as niche products such as agriculture, transport, engineering, and aviation. As a short-term insurance administrator, Brolink provides a dedicated service to professional brokers in delivering on their clients’ business or professional insurance needs. Applicants must have a clear ITC, clear criminal record, and excellent previous employment references. Qualified applicants are invited to apply by sending a CV to: HumanResources@brolink.co.za before Friday the 30th of June 2023. Should you be aware of a qualified individual, please pass this vacancy on to them. #J-18808-Ljbffr