Job Ref #: BI-278
Industry: Insurance
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1

Job Description

To deliver specialised underwriting expertise within the Auto Dealers Acceptance portfolio by assessing, pricing, and managing risk in line with Bryte Specialist Motors underwriting framework.

Job Requirements

Key Tasks & Accountabilities

• Deliver high-quality, responsive service to brokers and internal stakeholders in line with Bryte Specialist Motors client-centric standards.
• Assess, analyse, and underwrite new and existing Auto Dealers risks within delegated authority to achieve profitability and growth targets.
• Apply specialised technical knowledge in motor trade and auto dealer risks to ensure accurate risk evaluation and pricing.
• Manage and grow a profitable portfolio through effective underwriting, retention strategies, and risk management practices.
• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with brokers to support business retention and new business growth.
• Underwrite medium- to high-complexity risks in accordance with Bryte’s risk appetite and underwriting guidelines.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior underwriting staff to enhance team capability.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of specialist motor propositions aligned to market needs.

 

New Business & Policy Administration

• Capture and process new business, including preparing and issuing quotes and calculating premiums in line with underwriting guidelines.
• Distribute policy schedules and wording documentation accurately and timeously to brokers.
• Proactively follow up on outstanding information and documentation to ensure efficient policy issuance.

 

Survey Management

• Survey Requests: Initiate survey requests on the Rapid system for internal or external surveyors in line with underwriting and risk requirements specific to auto dealer risks.
• Survey Follow-ups: Engage with brokers to ensure compliance with survey recommendations, ensuring all risk requirements are implemented and finalised.

 

Qualifications/Experience

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Minimum 3 years’ technical underwriting experience in commercial insurance, with specific exposure to motor trade / auto dealer risks.
• FAIS compliant (minimum 60 credits).
• Regulatory Examination (RE) qualification is essential.

 

Knowledge & Requirements

• Strong understanding of the South African insurance and reinsurance market.
• Specialist knowledge of motor trade and Auto Dealers Acceptance underwriting.
• In-depth understanding of underwriting principles, risk assessment, and pricing methodologies.
• Knowledge of portfolio management and optimisation to support underwriting profitability.
• Sound understanding of legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.

 

 

Skills & Competence

• Strong broker relationship management and networking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong numeracy and technical underwriting capability.
• Leadership ability with experience mentoring or supporting junior team members.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Computer literacy with solid Microsoft Excel capability.

 

 

Behavioural Attributes

• Client-focused with a strong service orientation.
• Results-driven with a focus on profitable underwriting outcomes.
• High attention to detail and technical accuracy.
• Strong analytical thinking and sound judgement.
• Professional presence with the ability to influence and build rapport.
• Demonstrates accountability, integrity, and ownership.
• Committed to continuous improvement and team development.

 

Closing date : 30 April 2026