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Job Description

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This role uses specialist technical knowledge to assess risk for the business and/or specific products. The incumbent is individually accountable for achieving results through own efforts.

Uses specialist technical knowledge (medical or financial) to assess risk for business and/or specific products (Underwriter - inclusive of Financial Risk assessment, Age Assessment, Health Risk (Anti Selection Risk) based on size and cover, governance assessment, Quality management all done within the underwriting guidelines and product rules.Uses specialist technical knowledge to evaluate and manage the validity of contracts and determine and manage the liability of claims (Assessor).Determines, selects and accepts risk and/or liability on behalf of the organisation (either medical or financial).Evaluates proposals and medical / financial evidence against business rules and practices.Exercises discretion in decision making within standardised practice.Acts as mentor and coach for new staff.

Experience, knowledge & skills required:

Grade 12 and or equivalentTertiary qualification in Commerce (NQF Level 6-7 or equivalent) or studying towards a Commercial degree would be advantageousUnderwriting skills at policyholder level.Must have excellent communication skills.Must have a Drivers License.

Skills

Competencies

Action Oriented

Business Insight

Collaborates

Communicates Effectively

Decision Quality

Ensures Accountability

Financial Acumen

Instills Trust

Education

Closing Date

16 January 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

Old Mutual Limited is pro-vaccination and encourages its workforce to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

All prospective employees are required to disclose their vaccination status as part of the recruitment process.

Please refer to the Old Mutual’s Covid-19 vaccination policy for further detail. Kindly note that Old Mutual reserves the right to reinstate the requirement to vaccinate at any point if it is of the view that it is imperative to do so.

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