Discovery Jobs Openings as Underwriter (Junior) 2026
About
Discovery Jobs Openings as Underwriter (Junior) 2026
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
About Discovery Corporate & Employee Benefits
Discovery Corporate and Employee Benefits is the first and only employee benefits provider to shape employee behaviour, creating healthier and wealthier workforces. It is an exciting business to be in as we reimagine the way retirement savings and life insurance are brought to companies and employees.
Key Purpose of the role
Pre assessment of cases for group risk members above the free cover limit, submitted via a Declaration of Health. Works under direct supervision, with limited sign off limits. May contact applicants or brokers to obtain additional required information and answer questions from applicants regarding underwriting processes and decisions.
Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to
- Providing reasons for underwriting decisions to members and their doctors
- Liaising with re-insurer for cases above the relevant treaty limits
- Liaising with members and brokers to obtain required information
- Assessment of risk for covers above the free cover limit, through assessment of a Declaration of Health
Personal Attributes and Skills
The successful candidate must demonstrate the following competencies:
- Attention to Detail
- Self- motivation
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Teamwork
- Be able to identify problems and reach solutions
- Positive attitude
- Able to liaise with staff internally and externally
- Appropriate knowledge of medical risks and the impact on the various benefits".
- Continuous Learning and Self Development
- Collaboration
- High level understanding of the underwriting process and the world of insurance
- Self-awareness and able to ask for help
About You:
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Underwriting administration knowledge – beneficial
- Medical background (e.g. nursing diploma, biokinetics qualification) – beneficial
- Grade 12/Industry Related Qualification/Business Related Degree or Diploma
Important Note:
This will determine whether you are accepted or not accepted here. Please see the qualification requirements listed above and submit your qualified application about Discovery Jobs Openings as Underwriter (Junior) 2026. If within 30 days you have not received a response from the Company, state that you do not meet the qualifications for the job vacancy, and please look for a job vacancy other than this page. Good luck and good luck
Closing Date: Not Specified
Don't miss this opportunity to start your career at Discovery Jobs Openings as Underwriter (Junior) 2026!
Interested and qualified candidates can submit their applications via the following registration link.