Commercial Underwriter - COE
Job in
Bellville, 7530, South Africa
Listing for:
Sanlam
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-30
Job specializations:
-
Insurance
Underwriter, Risk Manager/Analyst, Insurance Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
What will you do?
Santam’s Commercial Contact Centre currently has exciting opportunities available for Commercia
l Underwriters (CoE) who will be based in Bellville
The Commercial Underwriter is a technical role with strong underwriting and client focus. The successful incumbents will embark on a rotational journey within CLCC, gaining exposure to various departments to foster a well-rounded skill set and a deep understanding of our underwriting principles and practices.
Although the primary role focus but not limited to underwriting, new and existing business to maintain profitability while also creating a platform to aid the growth process.
What will make you successful in this role?
Effective underwriting of complex risks (new business, renewals, ad-hoc)Identifying re-insurance and appropriate actionEffective screening actionsProviding quality and correct feedback on high level technical queriesWorking within higher level mandatesOwnership of non-standard commercial productsNegotiating with internal and external clientsBuilding and maintaining relationships at various levels within the organisation including CCC, distribution and HO underwritingStrong retention (profitability and growth) focusQualifications and Experience
A minimum of 3 years underwriting Commercial InsuranceGrade 12IISA professional membership (licentiate / associate)FAIS compliant: 120 credits on NQF level 5 (Commercial Lines)Proficiency in MS Word and ExcelSantam Commercial product training (SMK’s)Regulatory Examination (RE)Risk Identification and Assessment programme (RIA)A good understanding of contact centre processes, SLA’s and commercial quoting tools.Skills
Good communication and negotiation skillsMust be fully bi-lingual in English and AfrikaansStrong client service orientationStrong analytical skillsAbility to work under pressureStrong sense of self-managementStrong relationship building and network skillsApplications should specify the following:
Total years of commercial underwriting experienceYears of commercial underwriting experience at SantamTotal years of service at SantamInsurance Qualification (if applicable)Professional Qualification (if applicable)RE Certificate (if applicable)Confirm if training was completed on the following:
Santam Agri (Namibia + SA)SMK 1 /SCP 1SMK 2 /SCP 2SMK 3 /SCP 3SMK 5SMK 8SMK 9Thatched RoofTourism & GuesthouseConfirm completion of:
Yes/NoFPAGISRIARisk Management QualificationVeld on FireBuild a successful career with us
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Turnaround time
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Closing Date 16 December 2025
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