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Regional Head Underwriter

Executive Placements
Randburg Full-day Full-time

Description:

Minimum requirements:
Provide strategic and operational leadership across the regional underwriting function Manage and grow key insurer, binder and broker partnerships Drive underwriting performance through data analysis, coaching, and optimisation Lead, motivate, and develop underwriting teams, ensuring effective resourcing and workload management Act as an escalation point for complex underwriting and broker queries Approve:
Personal lines quotations with discounts exceeding 40% of black-box rates All Binder Facility new business quotations Binder Facility renewals exceeding loss ratio thresholds Commercial endorsements where rates differ from renewal rates Oversee book take-ons, portfolio movements, and transitions Ensure effective implementation of underwriting and operational changes from insurers Support HR with recruitment, performance management, promotions, and disciplinary processes Provide cover for other Regional Heads when required

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A degree or diploma in Insurance, Risk Management, or a related discipline RE5 (FAIS Regulatory Examination) Class of Business Training (where applicable) 10+ years experience in underwriting, including senior or leadership roles Strong exposure to binder environments and underwriting governance Able to speak English and at least 1 African language
Consultant: Innocentia Shoai - Dante Personnel Johannesburg

09 Feb 2026;   from: gumtree.co.za

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