Melanie Roux

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I am a versatile professional with 20+ years in insurance underwriting, executive support, and office management, now transitioning into remote and AI-adjacent roles.

About

I am a versatile professional with 20+ years in insurance underwriting, executive support, and office management, now transitioning into remote and AI-adjacent roles. I am people-focused and passionate about ethical, human-centered technology that supports learning, communication and real-world needs.

I bring hands-on experience in applied AI experimentation, workflow optimization and digital systems, complemented by a calm, detail-driven working style. I seek opportunities that combine organizational expertise, clear voice communication and emerging AI systems to foster ethical growth in emotional intelligence.

  • 23 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Industry experience

  • Financial Services
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Software & Internet
  • Other
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 7 roles

Senior Underwriter · Origin Financial ServicesJul 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 5 mos

Underwrite new business and amendments in short-term insurance (Personal Lines). Manage renewals, quotes, compliance, and unpaid accounts (29 Providers). Demonstrated autonomy and efficiency in a fully remote environment.

Underwriter · PSG HermanusApr 2020 – Jun 2022 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Delivered underwriting across multiple short-term products (Santam Binder, OMI, & Echelon, CIA). Ensure compliance and accuracy in client files. Transitioned to remote roles for greater flexibility and independence.

Office Manager / Underwriter · Netco Risk ManagementJul 2017 – Mar 2020 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Manage the Short-term Department, managing compliance and client files. Produced monthly management reports and handled staff matters. Balanced underwriting with leadership and client liaison responsibilities.

Executive Brokers Assistant & Office Manager · Table Bay Financial ServicesOct 2015 – Jun 2017 · 1 yr 9 mos
Executive Personal Assistant and Office Manager · Steph Estcourt & AssociatesOct 2014 – Feb 2012
Executive Personal Assistant and Office Manager · Aries Financial ServicesMar 2012 – Dec 2015 · 3 yrs 10 mos
Various Earlier Positions · Various CompaniesFeb 1996 – Sep 2004 · 8 yrs 8 mos

Education

Senior Certificate · Bredasdorp High School1990 – 1994
Legal Practice Secretarial Course (N4 & N5 Diplomas) · Stellenbosch College1995
RE5 Certificate in Insurance · Moonstone2022
NQF5 in Underwriting (Short-term Insurance, Medical Aid & Life Insurance) · INSETA2024 – 2025

Certifications and awards

Senior Certificate1990 – 1994
Legal Practice Secretarial Course (N4 & N5 Diplomas)1995
RE5 Certificate in Insurance2022
NQF5 in Underwriting (Short-term Insurance, Medical Aid & Life Insurance) -2024 – 2025

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