Lets Write Africa's Story Together!
Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.
Job Description
This role uses specialist technical knowledge to assess risk for the business and/or specific products.Responsibilities- Applies agronomic and underwriting principles to assess and evaluate agricultural risk associated with specific products and/or portfolios.
- Supports the evaluation, administration, and management of insurance contracts to ensure validity, accuracy, and compliance with underwriting guidelines.
- Assists in determining and managing potential liabilities arising from claims, providing input based on agronomic risk factors and policy conditions.
- Assesses, selects, and recommends acceptance of risks within delegated authority and established organisational frameworks.
- Reviews proposals, supporting documentation, and relevant evidence in line with approved business rules, underwriting standards, and practices.
- Exercises sound judgement and discretion in decision-making within defined limits and standardised procedures.
- Collaborates with senior underwriters, claims assessors, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent and accurate risk assessment and decision-making.
Minimum Experience Requirement
- Minimum of 1–2 years’ relevant experience in agronomy, agricultural insurance, underwriting, risk assessment, or a related agricultural or financial services environment.
- A relevant qualification in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field is required.
Skills
Agricultural Sciences, Agronomy, Business, Crisis Management, Data Compilation, Evaluating Information, Numerical Aptitude, Oral Communications, Regulatory Compliance Management, Risk Management, Underwriting GuidelinesCompetencies
Action OrientedCollaboratesEnsures AccountabilityInstills TrustManages ComplexityOptimizes Work ProcessesPlans and AlignsEducation
Bachelors Degree (B): Agronomy and Crop ScienceClosing Date
11 May 2026 , 23:59The Old Mutual Story!
What We Do
Old Mutual Limited is a listed company on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and has secondary listings on the London, Malawi, Namibia and Zimbabwe stock exchanges. As a Pan-African financial services company, we are focused on Africa, her needs and her people. Together with you, we have educated our children, given more homes warmth and light, empowered small businesses and improved infrastructure in Africa. Our story will continue #WithAfricaForAfrica
