Recruitment Room Team
Underwriter / Claims Handler
Job Description
- Western Cape
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
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Sectors:
Admin
Insurance
- Reference: CPT000572/SM
Vacancy Details
Employer: West Coast Personnel
My client in the Insurance sector is looking for a Underwriter / Claims Handler for their office in Table View (Cape Town).
- Assist with underwriting support, including data capturing and quote preparation.
- Support the claims department with document collection, follow-ups, and client communication.
- Help maintain and update client records and policy schedules.
- Conduct basic risk assessments under supervision.
- Shadow brokers and client service consultants to understand the sales and renewal processes.
- Provide administrative assistance, including filing and email communication.
- Ensure all interactions meet compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Learn and use the company’s policy and claims CRM systems.
- Matric / Grade 12 (required).
- Minimum 2-year short-term insurance working experience, within the Insurance Industry (Personal & Commercial)
- Diploma in Insurance, Business Administration, or Risk Management.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness to learn, take initiative, and grow within the insurance field.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong work ethic and reliability.
- Professional and customer-focused attitude.
- Problem-solving mindset.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt.
- Trustworthy, presentable, and self-motivated.
- An exciting opportunity for an ambitious, eager-to-learn individual with experience in the short-term insurance industry. This person will provide exposure across underwriting, claims, client service, and general insurance administration within both personal and commercial lines.
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How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their CV, head & shoulder photo, short cover letter and qualifications
If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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