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Locations:Johannesburg, GP, ZA |Cape Town, WC, ZA

Are you ready to launch your career at one of the most respected reinsurance companies in the world? Do you have a passion for Life & Health insurance and a drive to make a real impact from day one? If you thrive in dynamic environments and love learning, this is the opportunity for you!

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a high-performing Life & Health Claims and Underwriting environment. As an intern, you will play a meaningful role in supporting our experts, contributing to the smooth running of day-to-day operations while developing a solid foundation in reinsurance. You will be exposed to a wide variety of tasks that will sharpen your analytical, administrative, and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurate data capturing and case induction to ensure records are complete and compliant with internal standards
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure processes are followed and to deliver excellent, responsive client service
• Underwriting and claims case allocation, tracking, and reporting to support efficient workflow management across the team
• Maintaining set standards and targets, contributing to a culture of quality and accountability
• Life Guide and Claims Guide role allocation and password management, ensuring smooth system access for team members
• SharePoint updates and UCR administration duties
• Assisting with the preparation of presentations, client resource materials, and handouts that support client engagement and internal communications
• Seminar and event coordination, helping to plan and execute team and client-facing events
• Supporting ad-hoc duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach to team needs

About the Team

The Claims and Underwriting team is a dedicated and collaborative group operating within the Life & Health (L&H) division. The team is responsible for managing and processing Life & Health claims and underwriting cases, ensuring that clients receive accurate, timely, and high-quality service.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual who is eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced, professional environment. You bring a positive attitude, a strong sense of accountability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. You are detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to manage multiple tasks with composure under pressure. Your curiosity and willingness to take initiative will help you thrive in this role and make a meaningful contribution from the start.

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Up to one year of working experience in a relevant field
• Ability to interpret, organise, and analyse data accurately, with a keen eye for detail and a structured approach to problem-solving
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools to produce professional documents, data tracking spreadsheets, and compelling presentations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with diverse teams and clients
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of an organisation

These are additional nice to haves:

• Exposure to or interest in Life & Health insurance or reinsurance concepts
• Experience with event coordination or administrative support in a professional setting

This role is offered on the basis of an 12-month temporary contract, with an expected start date on 1st of September 2026. The gross monthly salary for this role is 9 000 ZAR full time.

Our interns have a hybrid work model where the expectation is that they will be in the office at least four days per week.

Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates.

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 15,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

We may use AI-powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position. These tools provide additional insights to our recruitment teams, but all hiring decisions are carefully reviewed and made by people. To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying.

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