194 Chief Insurance Underwriter jobs in Kenya
Chief Insurance Underwriter
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client, a prominent and established insurance provider, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Insurance Underwriter to lead their underwriting division. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to manage operations and strategy from your chosen location. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust underwriting strategies, managing risk assessment processes, and ensuring the profitability and growth of the company's insurance portfolio. Your role involves setting underwriting guidelines, overseeing the evaluation of complex risks, and making critical decisions on policy approvals and pricing. Key responsibilities include leading and mentoring a team of underwriters, driving improvements in underwriting efficiency and accuracy, and collaborating with actuarial, claims, and product development teams. A deep understanding of various insurance lines (e.g., life, health, property & casualty), risk management principles, and regulatory compliance is essential. Experience with underwriting software and data analytics tools is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical, decision-making, and leadership skills, with a proven track record in managing large underwriting operations and optimizing financial performance. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's risk appetite and contributing to its long-term success, with a strategic purview over operations affecting the Nairobi, Nairobi, KE market and nationally. This is a career-defining opportunity to lead a critical function within the insurance industry and drive strategic financial outcomes.
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Chief Insurance Underwriter - Specialty Lines
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client, a reputable and rapidly expanding insurance firm, is seeking a distinguished Chief Insurance Underwriter to lead their specialty lines division. This fully remote role is critical for developing and implementing underwriting strategies that drive profitability and market share. You will be responsible for managing a team of underwriters, overseeing complex risk assessments, and setting underwriting guidelines for high-value and niche insurance products. The ideal candidate possesses extensive expertise in specialty insurance markets, a keen analytical mind, and exceptional leadership capabilities to guide a remote workforce effectively.
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This is a premier opportunity for an accomplished underwriting leader to shape the future of specialty insurance for a dynamic organization, operating entirely remotely.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute sophisticated underwriting strategies for specialty insurance lines, including Professional Liability, Directors & Officers, Cyber Liability, and other complex risks.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of experienced underwriters, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Establish and maintain clear underwriting guidelines, policies, and pricing strategies.
- Analyze complex risks and make critical decisions on the acceptance, pricing, and terms of insurance policies.
- Collaborate with actuaries, claims departments, and product development teams to ensure profitable growth and competitive offerings.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes impacting specialty lines.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and agents, providing expert underwriting support.
- Oversee the profitability and performance of the specialty lines portfolio.
- Implement and enhance underwriting systems and processes for efficiency and accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant insurance regulations and internal controls.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field. An MBA or CPCU designation is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with a significant focus on specialty lines.
- Proven track record of successfully managing and growing a profitable underwriting portfolio.
- Strong understanding of risk management principles and financial analysis.
- Exceptional analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management experience, with the ability to effectively lead a remote team.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and data analysis tools.
- In-depth knowledge of the regulatory landscape for insurance in relevant jurisdictions.
- Strategic thinker with a strong business acumen.
This is a premier opportunity for an accomplished underwriting leader to shape the future of specialty insurance for a dynamic organization, operating entirely remotely.
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Remote Chief Insurance Underwriter
Posted 21 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Insurance Underwriter to lead their underwriting operations from a remote location. This pivotal role will be responsible for developing and executing underwriting strategies, managing risk appetite, and ensuring the profitability and solvency of the insurance portfolio. You will lead a team of underwriters, provide expert guidance on complex cases, and drive innovation in underwriting practices. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise from a location of your choice while shaping the future of our underwriting function.
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive underwriting policies, guidelines, and procedures aligned with the company's risk appetite and strategic objectives.
- Oversee the evaluation of insurance applications, assessing risks and determining appropriate coverage terms, conditions, and premiums.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of underwriting professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and emerging risks to inform underwriting strategies.
- Collaborate with actuaries, claims, and sales teams to ensure cohesive product development and risk management.
- Manage the underwriting portfolio to achieve profitability targets while maintaining competitive market positioning.
- Approve complex or high-value risks, providing expert judgment and decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant insurance regulations and legal requirements.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, and other distribution partners.
- Implement and oversee underwriting systems and technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Bachelor's degree in Insurance, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced certifications such as ACII, FLMI, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with a significant portion in a leadership or senior management role.
- In-depth knowledge of various insurance lines (e.g., property, casualty, life, health) and their respective underwriting principles.
- Proven track record in developing and implementing successful underwriting strategies.
- Strong understanding of risk management, actuarial principles, and financial analysis.
- Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
- Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and data analytics tools.
- Ability to work autonomously, drive strategic initiatives, and lead effectively in a remote environment.
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Chief Insurance Underwriter - Remote
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client, a reputable insurance provider, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Insurance Underwriter to lead their underwriting operations. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to manage operations from your home office. You will be responsible for developing and implementing underwriting strategies, setting risk appetite, and ensuring the profitability and solvency of the company's insurance portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses a profound understanding of actuarial principles, risk assessment, and market dynamics within the insurance sector. You will lead a team of experienced underwriters, fostering a culture of sound risk selection and exceptional customer service.
Key responsibilities include establishing underwriting guidelines and policies, managing the underwriting workflow, and overseeing the analysis of complex risks for large commercial or specialty accounts. You will also be responsible for pricing strategies, reinsurance arrangements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The successful applicant will have exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, a strong command of financial modeling, and the ability to effectively communicate with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders. Experience in managing underwriting teams, developing underwriting talent, and driving innovation in underwriting practices is essential. This role demands a forward-thinking leader who can navigate evolving market conditions and identify emerging risks. We are looking for a strategic thinker who can ensure the long-term success and stability of our client's insurance business through robust underwriting practices. Your ability to build strong relationships with key partners and to adapt underwriting strategies to changing economic and regulatory environments will be critical.
Key Qualifications:
Key responsibilities include establishing underwriting guidelines and policies, managing the underwriting workflow, and overseeing the analysis of complex risks for large commercial or specialty accounts. You will also be responsible for pricing strategies, reinsurance arrangements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The successful applicant will have exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, a strong command of financial modeling, and the ability to effectively communicate with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders. Experience in managing underwriting teams, developing underwriting talent, and driving innovation in underwriting practices is essential. This role demands a forward-thinking leader who can navigate evolving market conditions and identify emerging risks. We are looking for a strategic thinker who can ensure the long-term success and stability of our client's insurance business through robust underwriting practices. Your ability to build strong relationships with key partners and to adapt underwriting strategies to changing economic and regulatory environments will be critical.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree or MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with at least 5 years in a senior management or leadership role.
- Proven track record in developing and implementing successful underwriting strategies.
- Deep understanding of insurance products, risk management principles, and actuarial concepts.
- Experience with various lines of insurance (e.g., property, casualty, specialty lines).
- Strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and proficiency in underwriting software and systems.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to mentor and develop underwriting talent within a remote team.
- Knowledge of insurance regulations and compliance requirements.
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Remote Chief Insurance Underwriter - Specialty Lines
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client, a leading international insurer, is seeking a highly experienced Chief Insurance Underwriter to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role is 100% remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and executing underwriting strategies for complex specialty lines of business, managing risk effectively, and driving profitable growth. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in underwriting principles, risk assessment, and a strong understanding of the insurance market.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and manage underwriting strategies and guidelines for specialty insurance lines.
- Evaluate and underwrite complex risks, ensuring adherence to company policies and profitability targets.
- Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and economic conditions to identify new opportunities and potential threats.
- Set underwriting authority levels for the underwriting team and provide guidance and mentorship.
- Collaborate with actuaries, claims, and legal departments to ensure accurate pricing and risk mitigation.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and agents.
- Monitor portfolio performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Lead and develop a team of experienced underwriters, fostering a culture of expertise and collaboration.
- Contribute to the development of new insurance products and solutions.
- Present underwriting strategies and portfolio performance to senior management.
- Utilize data analytics and underwriting tools to enhance decision-making processes.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with significant specialization in complex lines of business (e.g., liability, professional indemnity, D&O).
- Proven track record of successful underwriting and risk management.
- Deep understanding of insurance principles, financial markets, and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Exceptional negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
- Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is essential.
- Professional designations such as CPCU, AU, or equivalent are highly preferred.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and data analysis tools.
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Chief Underwriter - Cyber Insurance
Posted 14 days ago
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Our client is seeking a visionary Chief Underwriter to lead their cyber insurance division, operating in a fully remote environment. This executive role is responsible for shaping the strategic direction of cyber underwriting, developing sophisticated risk assessment models, and ensuring the profitability and growth of the cyber insurance portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in underwriting complex cyber risks, a profound understanding of the evolving threat landscape, and exceptional leadership capabilities. As a fully remote position, you will guide and mentor a global team of underwriters, establish underwriting guidelines, and collaborate with executive leadership, product development, and claims teams to innovate and adapt to emerging cyber threats. Your responsibilities will include defining underwriting appetite, setting pricing strategies, and managing capacity for cyber insurance products. You will be instrumental in identifying new market opportunities and developing innovative insurance solutions to address the complex and rapidly changing nature of cyber risks. The ability to conduct in-depth analysis of cybersecurity vulnerabilities, regulatory compliance, and geopolitical factors influencing cyber threats is paramount. You will also play a key role in reinsurance strategy related to cyber exposures. This role demands exceptional analytical, strategic planning, and decision-making skills, combined with strong communication and presentation abilities to articulate complex strategies to various stakeholders, including the board. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking leader, capable of navigating ambiguity and driving transformative change within a critical and dynamic sector. We are looking for an individual with a deep understanding of risk management principles and a proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams in a remote setting. This is an unparalleled opportunity to lead the cyber insurance underwriting function for a leading organization, shaping the future of cyber risk transfer and protection. You will be responsible for ensuring the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of the cyber insurance book. The successful candidate will demonstrate a profound commitment to technical excellence, strategic foresight, and driving significant business impact through astute underwriting.
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Senior Insurance Underwriter - Risk Management
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Insurance Underwriter to join their dynamic, fully remote team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for assessing, selecting, and pricing insurance risks to ensure profitability and maintain a sound financial position. You will analyze complex insurance applications, financial statements, and other relevant data to make informed underwriting decisions. This position requires a deep understanding of various insurance products, regulatory requirements, and market trends. You will work independently from your home office, collaborating with brokers, agents, and internal teams to manage a portfolio of risks. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to make sound judgments under pressure. Strong communication skills are essential for negotiating terms, explaining underwriting decisions, and building lasting relationships. This role is based remotely, supporting operations that impact clients in Embu, Embu, KE . You will play a crucial part in evaluating and mitigating potential losses, contributing directly to the company's success. We are looking for a proactive and self-motivated individual who excels in a remote-first environment. Responsibilities:
- Analyze insurance applications, financial data, and risk exposures to determine eligibility and pricing.
- Underwrite new business and renewals, ensuring adherence to company guidelines and profitability targets.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, and clients.
- Assess and manage the insurance portfolio for profitability and exposure.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activities.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior underwriters.
- Collaborate with claims and actuarial departments on risk assessment and pricing strategies.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in insurance underwriting, with a strong focus on risk assessment.
- Professional certifications such as ACII, FLMI, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and make sound underwriting decisions.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and MS Office Suite.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and independently in a remote setting.
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Chief Underwriting Officer - Specialty Insurance
Posted 8 days ago
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Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding specialty insurance provider, is seeking a visionary Chief Underwriting Officer to lead their underwriting strategy and operations. This is a fully remote executive position, allowing you to shape the future of our insurance products from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative underwriting guidelines, policies, and pricing strategies across a portfolio of specialized insurance lines. Your core objective will be to balance risk appetite with profitability, ensuring the sustainable growth of the business while maintaining robust risk management practices. You will lead a team of experienced underwriters, providing mentorship, technical guidance, and performance oversight. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of actuarial principles, risk modeling, regulatory compliance, and the specific nuances of specialty insurance markets. Proven experience in developing and executing successful underwriting strategies, coupled with strong leadership and decision-making capabilities, is essential. You will collaborate closely with executive leadership, claims, actuarial, and sales teams to align underwriting strategies with overall business objectives. Excellent analytical skills, strategic foresight, and the ability to navigate complex financial and risk landscapes are paramount. Experience in data-driven underwriting and the adoption of insurtech solutions will be highly valued. If you are a seasoned insurance executive with a passion for strategic underwriting and a proven ability to drive profitable growth in a remote leadership capacity, we invite you to apply.
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Senior Insurance Underwriting Manager, Remote Risk Assessment
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Insurance Underwriting Manager to lead underwriting operations and risk assessment functions, operating entirely within a remote framework. This critical role will oversee the evaluation and selection of insurance risks, ensuring profitability and compliance with company guidelines. You will be responsible for developing and implementing underwriting policies and procedures, training and mentoring junior underwriters, and managing a portfolio of complex risks. A significant part of your remit will involve analyzing market trends, identifying emerging risks, and collaborating with actuarial teams to refine pricing models. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of various insurance lines (e.g., property, casualty, life), deep knowledge of risk management principles, and a proven ability to make sound underwriting decisions. Experience with underwriting software and data analysis tools is essential. This position demands strong leadership, exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, and the ability to effectively manage a remote team. You will be instrumental in driving underwriting excellence and supporting the company's strategic growth objectives. The opportunity to lead underwriting initiatives remotely, contributing to the insurance sector's evolution from your base, while supporting operations impacting Mlolongo, Machakos, KE , provides a compelling career path. We are looking for a proactive individual with excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of building strong relationships with brokers, agents, and internal stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field, along with a recognized professional designation (e.g., CPCU, AU), and a minimum of 7 years of progressive underwriting experience, is required.
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Senior Underwriting Manager - Risk Assessment
Posted 14 days ago
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Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Underwriting Manager to lead their remote underwriting team. This critical role demands extensive expertise in risk assessment, policy evaluation, and financial analysis within the insurance sector. You will be responsible for guiding the underwriting process, ensuring profitability, and maintaining adherence to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of various insurance products, underwriting guidelines, and risk management principles, coupled with strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the daily operations of the underwriting department in a remote setting.
- Review and evaluate complex insurance applications, assessing risks and determining appropriate coverage and premiums.
- Develop, implement, and refine underwriting policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance.
- Train, mentor, and guide a team of remote underwriters, fostering professional development and high performance.
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to inform underwriting strategies.
- Collaborate with sales, claims, and actuarial departments to ensure seamless operations.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the underwriting team, identifying areas for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant insurance regulations and company policies.
- Manage relationships with reinsurers and brokers as needed.
- Contribute to the development of new insurance products and programs.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Insurance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
- In-depth knowledge of insurance principles, risk management, and underwriting practices.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret financial statements and data.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and CRM systems.
- Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing remote teams.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional designations such as ACII, CPCU, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- A proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.
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