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Principal Insurance Underwriter - Remote
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and analytical Principal Insurance Underwriter for a fully remote position. This role is instrumental in assessing risk and determining policy terms and premiums for complex insurance applications. You will be responsible for evaluating insurance proposals, conducting thorough risk assessments, and making sound underwriting decisions to ensure profitability and compliance with company guidelines. Key responsibilities include developing underwriting guidelines, analyzing market trends, and mentoring junior underwriters. You will also collaborate with actuaries, claims adjusters, and sales teams to provide expert underwriting support and insights. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of insurance products, risk management principles, and regulatory requirements across various lines of business. Exceptional analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills are essential. Strong communication and negotiation skills are required to effectively interact with brokers, agents, and internal stakeholders. You should be adept at using underwriting software and possess a keen eye for detail to identify potential risks and opportunities. This position demands a commitment to ethical underwriting practices and a proactive approach to portfolio management. While the role is remote, it requires effective collaboration with teams and clients across different regions. The position is associated with the commercial hub of **Thika, Kiambu, KE**, but is performed entirely remotely. A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is required; an advanced degree or professional designation (e.g., CPCU) is highly preferred. A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with a significant focus on complex risks, is mandatory.
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Remote Principal Insurance Underwriter
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Our client, a leading player in the insurance sector, is looking for a seasoned and strategic Principal Insurance Underwriter to join their fully remote operations. This executive-level position requires a deep understanding of risk assessment, policy development, and market dynamics. You will be responsible for developing and implementing underwriting strategies that align with the company's growth objectives and risk appetite. This role involves analyzing complex insurance applications, evaluating risk exposures, and determining appropriate coverage and pricing. You will collaborate closely with actuaries, claims departments, and sales teams to ensure cohesive and profitable underwriting practices. A key responsibility will be to mentor and guide junior underwriters, fostering their professional development and ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines. You will also be involved in regulatory compliance, staying abreast of industry changes and ensuring all underwriting activities meet legal and ethical standards. The ability to identify emerging risks and trends, and to proactively adjust underwriting policies accordingly, is paramount. This position demands excellent analytical skills, sound judgment, and strong decision-making capabilities. You will be expected to contribute to the development of new insurance products and to refine existing ones based on market feedback and performance data. Effective communication and negotiation skills will be essential when interacting with brokers, agents, and internal stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to lead underwriting initiatives within a forward-thinking, remote-first environment, influencing insurance strategies that impact the **Mombasa** market and beyond.
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Principal Insurance Underwriter, Complex Risks
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Our client is looking for a distinguished Principal Insurance Underwriter with extensive experience in evaluating and managing complex risks. This is a fully remote role, allowing you to leverage your underwriting expertise from anywhere. You will be responsible for assessing and pricing high-value, intricate insurance policies across various lines of business, including commercial property, casualty, and specialty risks. Your role will involve conducting in-depth risk analysis, understanding financial statements, reviewing loss history, and evaluating external market factors. You will develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and agents, providing expert guidance on risk appetite and underwriting guidelines. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of insurance law, regulatory requirements, and market trends. You will be instrumental in developing new underwriting strategies and frameworks to adapt to evolving risk landscapes. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities are crucial for effective collaboration with internal teams, clients, and external partners. You will mentor and guide junior underwriters, fostering their professional development and ensuring consistent application of underwriting principles. This is a senior-level opportunity for an accomplished underwriter to drive profitability and strategic growth within a leading insurance organization, offering the autonomy and flexibility of a remote position.
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Principal Insurance Underwriter (Complex Risks) - Remote
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Our client, a leading specialty insurer, is seeking a highly experienced Principal Insurance Underwriter to join their remote team and manage complex risks. This senior role requires a candidate with a comprehensive understanding of insurance principles, risk assessment, and underwriting strategies, particularly for challenging or unique exposures. You will be responsible for evaluating, selecting, and pricing insurance risks, ensuring the profitability and solvency of the company while providing competitive solutions to clients. Key responsibilities include conducting in-depth analysis of potential risks, developing underwriting guidelines and policies, and making sound underwriting decisions for large or complex accounts. You will collaborate with brokers and agents to understand client needs, negotiate terms and conditions, and provide expert advice on risk management strategies. The Principal Underwriter will also play a crucial role in mentoring junior underwriters, contributing to underwriting training programs, and staying abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks within the Insurance industry. The ability to analyze financial statements, understand legal and contractual aspects of insurance, and effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences is essential. Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills are paramount, as is the capacity to work independently and manage a substantial portfolio of risks remotely. We are looking for an individual with a meticulous eye for detail, a strong ethical compass, and the ability to build and maintain trust with both internal teams and external partners. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned underwriting professional to advance their career, contribute significantly to strategic underwriting decisions, and work flexibly from Embu, Embu, KE , and surrounding areas.
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Principal Remote Insurance Underwriter
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Our client, a leading and rapidly growing insurance provider known for its innovative solutions, is seeking a highly experienced Principal Remote Insurance Underwriter. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to apply your deep underwriting expertise to assess risks and determine policy terms from anywhere. You will play a critical role in evaluating complex insurance applications, setting underwriting guidelines, and mentoring junior underwriters. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of various insurance lines (e.g., Property, Casualty, Life), a strong analytical aptitude, and a proven ability to manage challenging risks while ensuring profitability and customer satisfaction. Your strategic insights will be invaluable in shaping our underwriting philosophy and driving business success in a remote environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate complex insurance applications, assessing risks and determining appropriate coverage, terms, conditions, and pricing.
- Develop and refine underwriting guidelines and policies to ensure consistency and profitability.
- Analyze loss data, market trends, and competitor information to inform underwriting decisions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and agents, providing expert guidance and support.
- Mentor and train junior underwriters, sharing expertise and fostering professional development.
- Contribute to the development of new insurance products and market strategies.
- Manage a portfolio of high-value or complex accounts.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Collaborate with claims, actuarial, and product development teams to provide underwriting insights.
- Proactively identify and manage emerging risks within the insurance landscape.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of underwriting processes and systems in a remote setup.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant professional designations (e.g., CPCU, FLMI) are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with a specialization in complex risks.
- Deep understanding of underwriting principles, risk assessment techniques, and insurance market dynamics.
- Proven ability to analyze financial statements, loss runs, and other pertinent data.
- Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, crucial for effective remote collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and data analysis tools.
- Ability to work independently, manage a demanding workload, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
- Strong leadership potential and a desire to mentor others.
- Experience across multiple lines of insurance is a significant advantage.
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Senior Insurance Underwriter - Risk Assessment
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Our client, a reputable and expanding insurance provider, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Insurance Underwriter to join their entirely remote underwriting department. This position is critical in evaluating and pricing complex insurance risks across various lines of business, ensuring profitability and adherence to company guidelines. The successful candidate will possess exceptional analytical capabilities, a thorough understanding of insurance principles, and the ability to make sound underwriting decisions with minimal supervision. This role offers the opportunity to work from anywhere, contributing to a high-performing remote team.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Analyze and assess insurance applications, evaluating risk factors, potential liabilities, and exposure.
- Determine appropriate policy terms, conditions, and pricing for new and renewal business.
- Review complex claims data to inform underwriting decisions and identify trends.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and agents, providing expert advice and support.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal underwriting policies and procedures.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of underwriting guidelines and strategies.
- Mentor and train junior underwriters, sharing expertise and fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and potential risks.
- Prepare detailed reports on underwriting performance, risk analysis, and portfolio performance.
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Insurance Underwriter - Remote Risk Assessment
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Our client, a well-established insurance provider committed to safeguarding its clients, is seeking a meticulous and analytical Insurance Underwriter to join their team based in Garissa, Garissa, KE . This role is pivotal in evaluating insurance applications, assessing risks, and determining appropriate coverage and premiums. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health and stability of the company by making sound underwriting decisions.
Key responsibilities include thoroughly reviewing insurance proposals, gathering and analyzing relevant information such as financial statements, medical records, and risk assessments. You will utilize underwriting guidelines and risk management tools to evaluate the likelihood and potential impact of claims. This involves making informed decisions on whether to accept, modify, or decline insurance applications. You will be responsible for calculating premiums and setting policy terms and conditions to ensure profitability and minimize risk exposure. Maintaining accurate records of underwriting decisions and policy details is essential. Collaboration with insurance agents, brokers, and claims adjusters to clarify information and discuss complex cases is a significant part of the role. You will also stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and new insurance products to enhance your underwriting expertise.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or a related field. Relevant professional certifications in insurance underwriting (e.g., ACII, FLMI) are highly advantageous. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with a strong understanding of risk assessment principles and insurance products, is required. Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills are essential. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines are crucial. Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary for effective interaction with internal teams and external partners. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in the insurance sector within a supportive and professional environment in Garissa . While this role is office-based in Garissa , offering direct collaboration with colleagues, hybrid work options may be considered for exceptional candidates.
Key responsibilities include thoroughly reviewing insurance proposals, gathering and analyzing relevant information such as financial statements, medical records, and risk assessments. You will utilize underwriting guidelines and risk management tools to evaluate the likelihood and potential impact of claims. This involves making informed decisions on whether to accept, modify, or decline insurance applications. You will be responsible for calculating premiums and setting policy terms and conditions to ensure profitability and minimize risk exposure. Maintaining accurate records of underwriting decisions and policy details is essential. Collaboration with insurance agents, brokers, and claims adjusters to clarify information and discuss complex cases is a significant part of the role. You will also stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and new insurance products to enhance your underwriting expertise.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or a related field. Relevant professional certifications in insurance underwriting (e.g., ACII, FLMI) are highly advantageous. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with a strong understanding of risk assessment principles and insurance products, is required. Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills are essential. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines are crucial. Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary for effective interaction with internal teams and external partners. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in the insurance sector within a supportive and professional environment in Garissa . While this role is office-based in Garissa , offering direct collaboration with colleagues, hybrid work options may be considered for exceptional candidates.
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Senior Insurance Underwriter - Remote Risk Assessment
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Our client, a reputable and expanding insurance provider, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Insurance Underwriter to join their fully remote operations. This role is crucial for assessing and evaluating insurance risks, determining coverage terms, and setting appropriate premiums. You will leverage your analytical skills and industry knowledge to make sound underwriting decisions, contributing to the company's profitability and growth. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a flexible, remote work environment.
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This is a fully remote position, based out of Embu, Embu, KE , offering the convenience of working from home. Join a leading insurance company committed to excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate insurance applications, assessing risks associated with individuals, businesses, or assets.
- Analyze financial statements, medical records, property reports, and other relevant documentation to determine insurability.
- Set appropriate premium rates and policy terms based on risk assessment and company guidelines.
- Communicate effectively with insurance agents, brokers, and clients to gather necessary information and explain underwriting decisions.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant insurance regulations and company policies.
- Identify potential for fraud or misrepresentation in applications.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of underwriting guidelines and procedures.
- Mentor and train junior underwriters, sharing expertise and best practices.
- Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and emerging risks.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with a specialization in a relevant line of business (e.g., life, health, property & casualty).
- In-depth understanding of risk assessment principles and actuarial concepts.
- Proficiency in using underwriting software and data analysis tools.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, vital for remote interaction.
- Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and manage a high volume of applications.
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPCU, AU) are highly desirable.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
- Integrity and a strong ethical compass.
This is a fully remote position, based out of Embu, Embu, KE , offering the convenience of working from home. Join a leading insurance company committed to excellence.
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