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Senior Insurance Underwriter - Risk Assessment Specialist

90100 Mangu KES195000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 11 days ago

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Our client, a reputable and rapidly expanding insurance provider, is looking for a highly skilled Senior Insurance Underwriter to join their esteemed underwriting team. This role is fully remote, offering the convenience and flexibility of working from home. As a Senior Underwriter, you will be responsible for assessing and evaluating complex insurance risks, determining appropriate coverage terms, and pricing policies accurately. Your expertise will be vital in safeguarding the company's financial stability and ensuring profitable growth.

Responsibilities:
  • Analyze and evaluate insurance applications, focusing on property, casualty, or specialty lines, to assess risk exposure.
  • Determine the insurability of applicants based on risk assessment and company guidelines.
  • Set appropriate premium rates, deductibles, and policy terms and conditions for individual risks.
  • Develop and maintain a strong understanding of market trends, regulatory changes, and competitive landscape.
  • Collaborate with brokers and agents to gather necessary information and explain underwriting decisions.
  • Identify opportunities for cross-selling and up-selling related insurance products.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior underwriters.
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of underwriting policies and procedures.
  • Monitor the performance of a book of business, identifying trends and potential issues.
  • Effectively communicate complex underwriting decisions to internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting.
  • Proven expertise in risk assessment and analysis across various insurance lines.
  • Strong knowledge of insurance principles, regulations, and market practices.
  • Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
  • Proficiency in underwriting software and relevant insurance databases.
  • Relevant professional designations (e.g., CPCU, AU) are highly preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in a remote setting.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Insurance Underwriter to advance their career with a forward-thinking company. The position is based remotely, serving clients in and around Machakos, Machakos, KE , and offers a competitive remuneration package and excellent professional development prospects.
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Senior Insurance Underwriter - Risk Assessment Specialist

00100 Abothuguchi West KES170000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 4 days ago

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Our client, a prominent player in the insurance industry, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Insurance Underwriter with a specialization in Risk Assessment. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to contribute your expertise to a leading organization while enjoying the flexibility of working from home. You will be responsible for evaluating insurance applications, assessing risks, and determining appropriate coverage and premium rates for complex policies. Responsibilities include analyzing detailed client information, financial statements, and loss histories to make informed underwriting decisions. You will develop and apply underwriting guidelines, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with specific policies is a core function of this role. Collaboration with agents, brokers, and claims departments to gather necessary information and clarify policy details will be essential. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field, along with significant professional experience in insurance underwriting, preferably with a focus on a specific line of business (e.g., commercial property, liability, specialty lines). Professional designations such as CPCU, AU, or similar are highly desirable. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills are paramount. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required to effectively interact with internal teams and external partners. You must be detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing a significant workload independently in a remote environment. This role requires a proactive approach to staying updated on industry trends, market conditions, and evolving risk factors. You will play a vital role in safeguarding our client's financial health by making sound underwriting judgments, supporting operations in Nairobi, Nairobi, KE and beyond.
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Senior Insurance Underwriter - Risk Assessment Specialist

00100 Abothuguchi West KES160000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Insurance Underwriter to join their established team. This is a hybrid role, offering a blend of remote work flexibility and in-office collaboration. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating and accepting insurance risks, determining policy terms and conditions, and ensuring the profitability and solvency of assigned lines of business. You will play a critical role in assessing complex risks and making sound underwriting decisions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze insurance applications and supporting documentation to assess risk exposure and determine insurability.
  • Evaluate financial statements, loss histories, and other relevant data to calculate premiums and establish appropriate coverage limits.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and agents, providing them with expert underwriting advice.
  • Review and interpret policy wordings to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
  • Collaborate with claims departments to understand loss trends and their impact on underwriting strategies.
  • Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and emerging risks within the insurance industry.
  • Participate in the development and refinement of underwriting guidelines and procedures.
  • Underwrite large and complex accounts, applying advanced risk assessment techniques.
  • Mentor and guide junior underwriters, providing training and support.
  • Conduct peer reviews of underwriting files to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Prepare reports and presentations on underwriting performance and market analysis.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Actuarial Science, or a related field. Professional designations such as ACII or equivalent are highly desirable. A minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with a strong understanding of risk management principles and various lines of insurance, is required. Excellent analytical, decision-making, and negotiation skills are essential. Proficiency in underwriting software and Microsoft Office Suite is necessary. This role requires a candidate who can effectively manage their time and responsibilities in both remote and in-office settings, based in Nairobi, Nairobi, KE .
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