194 Remote Chief Insurance Underwriter jobs in Kenya
Remote Chief Insurance Underwriter
Posted 20 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.
Responsibilities:
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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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 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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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 Insurance Risk Underwriter - Remote Portfolio Management
Posted 13 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Insurance Risk Underwriter to manage their remote underwriting operations. This position requires a deep understanding of risk assessment, pricing strategies, and portfolio management within the insurance sector. The ideal candidate will be adept at analyzing complex risks, making sound underwriting decisions, and ensuring the profitability and stability of the insurance portfolio, all while working remotely.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and underwrite complex insurance applications, assessing risks and determining appropriate coverage and premiums.
- Develop and refine underwriting guidelines and strategies to optimize portfolio performance and profitability.
- Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and industry data to inform underwriting decisions.
- Manage a book of business, monitoring policy performance and making necessary adjustments.
- Collaborate with agents, brokers, and internal sales teams to provide expert underwriting advice and support.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Identify opportunities for new product development or enhancements based on market needs and risk appetite.
- Conduct portfolio reviews and present findings and recommendations to senior management.
- Mentor and guide junior underwriters, providing training and expertise.
- Utilize underwriting software and data analytics tools to enhance decision-making.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with a strong focus on risk assessment and pricing.
- Proven experience in managing an insurance portfolio and achieving profitability targets.
- In-depth knowledge of various insurance products (e.g., property, casualty, life, health) and their associated risks.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance in the insurance industry.
- Proficiency in using underwriting support systems and data analysis tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
- Relevant professional designations (e.g., CPCU, AU) are highly desirable.
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Senior Underwriting Manager - Risk Assessment
Posted 13 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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Chief Underwriting Officer - Remote Insurance Operations
Posted 12 days ago
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Our client, a rapidly growing insurance provider, is seeking a visionary Chief Underwriting Officer to lead their remote underwriting operations. This executive position requires a deep understanding of risk assessment, actuarial principles, and insurance product development. You will be responsible for establishing and refining underwriting guidelines, overseeing the underwriting process across diverse product lines, and ensuring profitable growth while managing risk exposure effectively. As a remote-first leader, you will leverage technology to manage a distributed underwriting team, implement innovative underwriting tools, and maintain rigorous quality control standards. Key responsibilities include developing sophisticated underwriting models, analyzing market trends, collaborating with sales and claims departments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will also play a crucial role in designing and pricing new insurance products tailored to evolving market demands. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional analytical skills, strategic leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to drive innovation in the insurance sector. A strong understanding of data analytics and predictive modeling is essential. A Master's degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Statistics, or a related quantitative field, coupled with a minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, is required. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the underwriting strategy for a forward-thinking organization remotely, supporting operations relevant to Nakuru, Nakuru, KE .
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Senior Underwriting Manager, Risk Assessment - Remote
Posted 6 days ago
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Our client is actively seeking a highly experienced and analytical Senior Underwriting Manager to lead their risk assessment operations. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise in insurance risk evaluation from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust underwriting policies and guidelines, analyzing complex risk exposures, and making informed decisions on insurance applications. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of various insurance products, actuarial principles, and regulatory requirements, coupled with strong leadership and decision-making capabilities. You will work closely with claims, actuarial, and business development teams, utilizing advanced data analytics and risk modeling tools to ensure profitable growth and compliance.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop, refine, and implement comprehensive underwriting strategies and guidelines.
- Analyze complex insurance risks across various product lines (e.g., property, casualty, life).
- Evaluate and approve or decline insurance applications, ensuring adherence to company risk appetite.
- Mentor and manage a team of underwriters, providing guidance and training.
- Collaborate with actuarial teams to assess pricing models and reserve adequacy.
- Work with business development to evaluate new market opportunities and product development.
- Monitor portfolio performance and identify trends in risk and profitability.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant insurance regulations and industry best practices.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and agents.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the underwriting department.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced certifications (e.g., ACII, FLMI) are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
- Proven expertise in analyzing and underwriting complex risks.
- In-depth knowledge of insurance products, legal and regulatory requirements.
- Strong understanding of actuarial principles and financial modeling.
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, critical for a remote management role.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage team performance remotely.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and data analytics tools.
- High level of integrity and attention to detail.
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Senior Underwriting Manager, Remote Risk Assessment
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client, a leading insurance provider, is seeking an accomplished Senior Underwriting Manager to spearhead their remote underwriting operations. This critical role demands strategic leadership in risk assessment and policy development for a diverse portfolio. As a fully remote position, you will have the autonomy to manage your team and operations from any location, while ensuring the highest standards of underwriting excellence. You will be instrumental in refining underwriting guidelines, mentoring junior underwriters, and contributing to the overall profitability and stability of the company. Your expertise in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating insurance risks will be paramount.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This position offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and the significant advantage of working remotely. Join our client's team and play a vital role in shaping their risk management strategy. This is a remote opportunity, but our operational hub is in **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the remote underwriting team, overseeing daily operations and workflow.
- Develop, implement, and refine underwriting policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conduct complex risk assessments for new and existing policies across various insurance lines.
- Analyze financial statements, loss history, and other relevant data to determine policy terms and pricing.
- Mentor, train, and develop a team of remote underwriters, fostering their professional growth.
- Collaborate with claims, actuarial, and sales departments to ensure cohesive risk management strategies.
- Monitor market trends and regulatory changes affecting underwriting practices.
- Contribute to the development of new insurance products and services.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations and internal policies.
- Optimize underwriting processes for efficiency and accuracy.
- Review and approve complex or high-value risks.
- Prepare reports on underwriting performance and risk exposures for senior management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or a related field. Professional designations (e.g., ACII, CPCU) are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
- Demonstrated expertise in analyzing complex risks and making sound underwriting decisions.
- Strong understanding of insurance principles, products, and the regulatory environment.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a remote team.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and financial analysis tools.
- Familiarity with remote work technologies and best practices.
- Must have a strong ethical compass and commitment to compliance.
This position offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and the significant advantage of working remotely. Join our client's team and play a vital role in shaping their risk management strategy. This is a remote opportunity, but our operational hub is in **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**.
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Chief Underwriting Officer - Remote Risk Assessment
Posted 7 days ago
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Our client is actively searching for a highly strategic and experienced Chief Underwriting Officer to lead their remote underwriting operations. This critical role will define and implement underwriting strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure profitable growth and effective risk management across all lines of business. You will be responsible for overseeing the underwriting team, setting performance standards, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in a remote setting. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of actuarial principles, risk assessment methodologies, and insurance market dynamics. Your expertise will be crucial in evaluating complex risks, developing innovative underwriting solutions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will collaborate closely with claims, pricing, and product development teams to align underwriting strategies with overall business objectives. Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills are essential, as is the ability to effectively manage and motivate a geographically dispersed team. This position requires a comprehensive knowledge of various insurance products and the ability to interpret financial statements and market data to make informed underwriting decisions. We are looking for a visionary leader who can drive innovation in underwriting practices, leverage technology to enhance efficiency, and contribute to the long-term success of our client. This is a senior leadership position offering the opportunity to make a substantial impact on the company's profitability and market position, all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work environment. Proven experience in a senior underwriting or actuarial role is a prerequisite for this demanding position.
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