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Short Term Insurance Senior Manager Claims
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Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together…one story at a time.
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Job Summary
To provide strategic leadership and oversight of the non-motor claims function by managing a team of first line claims managers within the Insurance Claims Operations portfolio. The role is accountable for ensuring operational efficiency, profitability, and exceptional customer experience across the end-to-end claims value chain. It requires a strong leader with deep technical expertise to balance compliance, risk management, and fraud detection with continuous process improvement, cost control, and people development.
Job Description
Managing Others: Take responsibility for the effective management of others | Business Management: To provide specialist advice and support in assisting to manage and deliver on business initiatives | Ensure that timelines are met: Manage team in such a way that deadlines are met | Dealing with Stakeholders: Taking responsibility for managing the expectations of stakeholders.
- Operational Excellence
- End-to-end non-motor claims processed within agreed SLAs and turnaround times.
- Consistent application of claims policies, procedures, and underwriting guidelines.
- Optimized workflows and reduced manual interventions through automation/digitization.
- Regular management reports on claims volumes, cycle times, leakage, and efficiency.
- Financial & Cost Control
- Delivery of claims loss ratios within budgeted parameters.
- Reduced claims leakage through stronger controls, audits, and supplier performance.
- Effective negotiation and management of service providers to ensure fair cost and quality.
- Contribution to overall profitability targets of the Insurance Claims Ops portfolio
- Customer & Service Delivery
- Improved customer satisfaction and retention through transparent, fair claims handling.
- Resolution of escalated claims complaints within defined timelines.
- Implementation of customer experience improvements based on feedback/complaints analysis.
- Risk, Compliance & Fraud Management
- 100% compliance with regulatory requirements (FSCA, TCF, POPIA, etc.).
- Implementation of effective fraud detection and investigation protocols.
- Timely internal and external audit reports with no material findings.
- Clear governance framework for claims approvals, escalations, and exceptions.
- People Leadership & Development
- High-performing claims management team with clear performance goals and metrics.
- Structured technical training and mentorship for claims managers and staff.
- Improved staff engagement and retention within the claims function.
- Effective succession planning for critical roles in the claims team.
- Strategic Contribution & Innovation
- Delivery of claims transformation initiatives (e.g., process redesign, digital platforms).
- Regular insights provided to Exco on claims trends, risk exposures, and product feedback.
- Participation in product development and pricing discussions with underwriting teams.
- Benchmarking claims performance against industry best practice.
Education
Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised
Insurance Brokerage Manager: Short-Term Insurance
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We are an authorised Financial Services Provider seeking a dynamic and results-driven Insurance Brokerage Manager to lead and grow our short-term insurance division. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to make a significant impact by driving business growth, strengthening insurer relationships, and building a high-performing sales and support team.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategically manage, grow, and expand the brokerage business.
- Lead, mentor, and support a team to consistently achieve and exceed sales and service targets.
- Build, maintain, and enhance strong relationships with insurers to maximise opportunities and secure competitive advantage.
- Identify new business opportunities, channels, and strategies with a strong focus on sustainable growth.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, including FAIS, Fit and Proper requirements, and company policies.
- Deliver effective reporting and performance management across the business.
Minimum Requirements
- Full insurance qualifications in with FAIS regulatory requirements, including RE Qualification.
- Proven track record of managing and growing a short-term insurance brokerage or division.
- Strong leadership ability with experience in managing and motivating teams.
- Excellent relationship-building skills with insurers, stakeholders, and clients.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and execute on growth opportunities.
- Exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft applications.
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration package, including performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to lead a growing business within a well-established and reputable organisation.
- An environment where your expertise and leadership will directly shape success.
Sales & Operations Manager (Short Term Rentals)
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About The Company
Our client is a growing serviced accommodation and property management company, specialising in short-term rentals. Their focus is on delivering exceptional guest experiences and maximising property performance across major booking platforms.
About The Role
They are seeking an experienced and driven Sales and Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations while driving revenue growth.
Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Oversee the daily operations of short-term rental properties across multiple booking platforms.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth communication.
- Manage workflows and documentation using digital tools.
- Utilise channel management systems to:
- Manage bookings
- Automate guest communications
- Handle guest enquiries efficiently
- Ensure seamless property operations from check-in to check-out by coordinating housekeeping, maintenance, and support teams.
Sales & Revenue Optimisation
- Monitor and optimise dynamic pricing strategies using revenue management tools.
- Track market trends and implement competitive adjustments to maximise occupancy and revenue.
- Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities for additional services.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to improve listing visibility and performance.
Guest Relations & Communication
- Build and maintain strong guest relationships to encourage repeat bookings.
- Handle guest communication (email, platform messaging, direct bookings) to close sales, address concerns, and resolve issues quickly.
- Serve as the point of escalation for complex guest inquiries.
Reporting & Analysis
- Monitor key metrics such as occupancy rate, RevPAR (Revenue per Available Night), and guest satisfaction scores.
- Produce regular reports on sales performance, operations, and guest feedback.
- Analyse data to identify trends, highlight opportunities, and recommend improvements.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in sales, operations, or property management, ideally within short-term rentals or hospitality.
- Proficiency with tools such as communication, workflow, and property management systems.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple properties and platforms simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; guest-focused with strong relationship-building ability.
- Data-driven mindset with the ability to make strategic, informed decisions.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
Pricing & Revenue Manager (UK Short-Term Rentals / Serviced Accommodation)
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About Us
We are a fast-growing UK-based property management company specialising in rent-to-rent serviced accommodation and Airbnb management. Our mission is to maximise returns for landlords while delivering exceptional guest experiences across our portfolio of properties.
We are now looking for an experienced Pricing & Revenue Manager to optimise nightly rates, maximise occupancy, and grow revenue across our portfolio using dynamic pricing tools and data-driven strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Revenue Management & Pricing Strategy:
- Analyse market data, competitor listings, and demand trends in the UK short-term rental market.
- Implement dynamic pricing strategies using tools such as PriceLabs, Wheelhouse, Beyond Pricing, or equivalent.
- Balance Occupancy vs ADR (Average Daily Rate) to achieve both profitability and steady cash flow.
- Identify peak demand periods, local events, and seasonality to maximise ADR.
- Market Research & Reporting:
- Monitor competitor pricing daily/weekly and adjust rates accordingly.
- Create and maintain revenue performance dashboards (Occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, booking pace).
- Provide monthly revenue reports and recommendations to the Director.
- Growth & Strategy:
- Develop pricing playbooks and best practices for different property types and locations.
- Advise the business on channel mix optimisation (Airbnb, , VRBO, direct bookings).
- Suggest promotional offers, minimum stay rules, and discount strategies to increase bookings during low demand periods.
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with the reservations and operations team to align availability, promotions, and pricing.
- Ensure revenue goals are consistent with operational costs and owner expectations.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Revenue Manager / Pricing Specialist in hotels, short-term rentals, or hospitality.
- Strong knowledge of Airbnb, , and OTA pricing strategies.
- Hands-on experience with dynamic pricing tools (PriceLabs, Wheelhouse, Beyond, or similar).
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and spot opportunities.
- Strong understanding of UK or European hospitality markets.
- Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills; experience with dashboards and analytics tools is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills — able to explain pricing strategies clearly.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Nice-to-Have (Bonus Skills)
- Experience working with Hostaway or similar PMS/channel managers.
- Understanding of SEO and OTA listing optimisation.
- Previous exposure to UK events calendar & seasonal demand patterns.
- Experience in financial modelling or P&L management.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: R180,00 - R220,00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Work Location: Remote
Short-term Broker
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Short term Broker
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, financial advisers, and key stakeholders.
- Drive new business acquisition while ensuring the retention and growth of existing broker portfolios.
- Provide comprehensive support to brokers, including assistance with client claims, policy amendments, general enquiries, and administrative tasks related to personal and commercial short-term insurance.
- Manage the efficient processing of annual policy renewals for short-term insurance clients.
- Keep brokers informed of product updates, regulatory changes, and industry developments.
- Ensure full compliance with FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and all other applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.
- Serve as the key liaison between the company and brokers, as well as between brokers and their clients, to uphold a high standard of service delivery.
Short Term Insurance
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Accounts Clerk
Location:
Fourways, Gauteng
Salary:
Market related
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About Us
Insurance Brokers is a dynamic short-term insurance company, specialising in
personalised cover for individuals and businesses. We pride ourselves on efficiency, accuracy,
and exceptional client service.
About the Role:
You will support the Accounts Department, working across our two core systems—Flexi and
Cardinal—to manage all month-end processes and payment reconciliations. To provide
accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, reconciliations, payments and
reporting.
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Key Responsibilities:
1.
Financial processing and disbursements
• Ensure accurate and timeous payment of commissions, creditors, Insurers and
refunds.
• Load and or release claim payments.
• Perform monthly debit runs and load ACB files onto Fulcrum online portal.
• Post all disbursements and journal entries.
• Manage Fulcrum disbursements.
• Process and manage binder fee invoices, including accurate calculations.
• Reconcile and balance Fulcrum accounts.
2.
Month-end and reporting
• Running and analysing month-end reports on both Flexi and Cardinal.
• Generating debit order files and managing collections.
• Preparing bordereaux for both monthly and annual client payments to insurers
(including download, preparation, emailing).
• Send accurate bordereaux to insurers in a timely manner.
• Allocating daily and monthly premium payments, handling reversals and
refunds.
• Assisting with reconciliations between systems and insurer statements.
• Supporting Financial Manager with ad-hoc financial tasks and reporting.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly commission statements.
• Maintain and update financial sheets.
• Balance Pastel to Flexi and Gilts.
• Perform and maintain reconciliations.
3.
Systems Support
• Manage and implement system changes as required.
4.
Internal and External Relationships
• Collaborate closely with Claims, Underwriting and Support departments.
• Maintain productive relationships with Insurers, Auditors, Banks, Suppliers and
Business Associates
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Requirements:
• Grade 12 (Matric) minimum; relevant finance qualification preferred.
• Finance or Accounting tertiary qualification is required
• 2–4 years' experience in accounting within a short-term insurance or brokerage
environment—Premium or Accounts Admin background advantageous.
• Proficient in Excel, with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with Cardinal, Flexi, Fulcrum and Pastel (advantageous)
• Experience with end-to-end debit order processing and bordereaux production.
Skills:
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Financial reconciliation and reporting
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Professional communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong problem-solving abilities - Able to troubleshoot payment and reconciliation
issues efficiently, especially when working with insurer statements, debit orders, and
system variances.
Short Term Administrator
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The Short Term Administrator is primarily responsible for managing the admin around short-term insurance policies (both commercial and personal lines). The focus of the role is to provide quality service and maximise customer retention and referral, in line with the Practice Service model and Procedures. The role needs excellent client relationship management and office administrative skills.
Responsibilities:
- General administrative duties
- Handle and manage all administrative duties around short-term insurance policies and clients (Including updates, changes, etc.) on commercial and personal lines
- Prepare client files
- Process client queries and instructions
- Available to assist clients 24/7
- Able to navigate and assist clients on CRM systems
Minimum requirements:
- Grade 12 qualification
- NQF 4 Short-term insurance Certificate (150 credits) - Preferred
- RE 5 Certificate
- 5+ years administrative experience within the short-term insurance industry
- Tial System experience
Competencies required:
- Efficient and accurate
- Team player
- Hard-working
- Initiative
- Problem-Solving skills
- Integrity
- Organising and planning
- Perform well under pressure
- Client service orientation
- Attention to detail
How to apply:
Candidates interested must apply on the PSG Careers website OR browse vacancies by no later than 25 September 2025.
By submitting your application, you are giving PSG Financial Services implicit consent to the storage and processing of your personal information. If you are not contacted within 2 weeks of your application, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
- High School (matric) (Required)
Experience:
- short-term insurance : 4 years (Required)
Language:
- Afrikaans fluently (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- NQF 4 Short-term insurance certificate (150 credit) (Preferred)
- RE 5 certificate (Required)
Location:
- Swellendam, Western Cape (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Short Term Administrator
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Designation:
Short Term Administrator | Swellendam, Western Cape | Permanent
Category:
Administration and Operations
Job Level:
Semi-skilled and discretionary decision making
Posted by:
PSG Financial Services
Posted on:
12 Sep 2025
Reference Number:
POS39772
Closing date:
26-Sep-2025
Position Type:
Permanent
Location:
Swellendam Voortrek Street 65
Overview:
VACANCY | SHORT TERM ADMINISTRATOR | SWELLENDAM, WESTERN CAPE | PERMANENT
PSGs commitment to transform and embrace diversity is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce. In achieving our employment equity goals, we give preference to applicants from designated groups, and we encourage people with disability to apply.
Job description:The Short Term Administrator is primarily responsible for managing the admin around short-term insurance policies (both commercial and personal lines). The focus of the role is to provide quality service and maximise customer retention and referral, in line with the Practice Service model and Procedures. The role needs excellent client relationship management and office administrative skills.
Responsibilities:- General administrative duties
- Handle and manage all administrative duties around short-term insurance policies and clients (Including updates, changes, etc.) on commercial and personal lines
- Prepare client files
- Process client queries and instructions
- Available to assist clients 24/7
- Able to navigate and assist clients on CRM systems
- Grade 12 qualification
- NQF 4 Short-term insurance Certificate (150 credits) - Preferred
- RE 5 Certificate
- 5+ years administrative experience within the short-term insurance industry
- Tial System experience
- Efficient and accurate
- Team player
- Hard-working
- Initiative
- Problem-Solving skills
- Integrity
- Organising and planning
- Perform well under pressure
- Client service orientation
- Attention to detail
Candidates interested must apply here by no later than 26 September 2025 OR browse available PSG Careers vacancies
By submitting your application, you are giving PSG Financial Services implicit consent to the storage and processing of your personal information. If you are not contacted within 4 weeks of your application, please accept that your application was not successful. For more information about careers at PSG, visit
Short Term Broker
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OUTsurance is a customer-centric financial services company with a global foot print. We are vibrant, successful and values orientated with an awesome dynamic culture encapsulated by the ethos that clients and staff "always get something OUT." Our success can be attributed, amongst other things, to the outstanding people that work for us.
Job Description
Overview and Purpose of the Role:
Our business product offering has grown significantly over the years which has led to the development of the face to face channel. To facilitate this model the positions of OUTsurance Broker have emerged.
The incumbent of this position will be responsible for growing and developing the business insurance portfolio.
The key outputs for this role are as follows:
- New Business sales
- Client service and management
- High level performance
The OUTsurance Broker must align themselves with the OUTsurance culture and values of Awesome Service, Passionate, Honest, Human, Dynamic and Recognition.
Responsibilities:
Build your own insurance portfolio by:
- Being able to prospect for new clients through networking, Cold calling and door – door canvasing for new business
- Effective communication with both internal stakeholders and clients.
- Conduct a comprehensive risk evaluation for the client.
- Providing solutions to clients by selling OUTsurance short term products aligned to the needs of the client.
- Drafting, tracking and measurement of your personal business plan.
- Providing on-going service and support to your individual client base (amendments, renewals, claims etc.).
- Retention of existing business including renewal discussion in line with FAIS
- Developing internal/external relationships with clients.
- Continuous building of your client base hence securing future income.
- Keeping abreast with the commercial insurance market changes and developments.
- Achieving/Exceeding targets consistently
- Providing feedback to line management when requested.
- Attending all weekly and adhoc team meetings.
- Working closely with internal stakeholders that is, underwriting/actuarial, claims as well as surveying.
- Adhering to all quality standards and measures in place.
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed Matric or National Senior Certificate
- FAIS credits/Full Insurance Qualifications (Depending on DOFA)
- RE5 (Depending on DOFA)
- Must have your own reliable transport
- Valid code B driver's license
- 3 years external sales experience (If not from the insurance industry)
Competencies :
- Self-starter
- Communication (verbal and written) in English
- Numerical & mathematical skills
- Team supervisory skills
- Confident and enthusiastic self-starter who can take initiative
- Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team - balances team and individual responsibility, provides and accepts feedback
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Relationship management skills
- Presentation and facilitation skills
- Resilience - Ability to work well under pressure in dynamic environment
- Flexible and adaptable
- Influential, concise, rational and practical communicator
- Creative flair and innovative thinker
- Relationship management
- Discretion, judgment and high levels of trust
Additional Information
In accordance with OUTsurance Insurance Company Ltd Employment Equity goals, preference will be given to individuals who meet the job requirements and are from the various designated groups.
Reporting Lines:
The OUTsurance Broker will report directly to the Regional Manager and will work closely with the wider Face to Face channel.
Underwriter Short term Insurance
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Must have grade 12, Afrikaans and English speaking, Re and short-term insurance qualifications