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Our client, a reputable insurance provider, is seeking a meticulous and analytical Underwriter to join their dedicated team. This position is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the assessment and pricing of insurance risks. You will be responsible for evaluating insurance applications, determining the level of risk associated with each applicant, and deciding whether to accept or decline coverage. This involves analyzing financial data, medical histories, property details, and other relevant information to make informed judgments. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and decision-making skills, a keen eye for detail, and a thorough understanding of insurance principles and regulations. Experience with underwriting software and a solid grasp of actuarial concepts are highly valued. You will work closely with agents and brokers to gather necessary information and provide clear explanations for underwriting decisions. This role requires the ability to manage a high volume of applications efficiently while maintaining accuracy and adherence to company guidelines within the **Ruiru, Kiambu, KE** operational framework. A commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of industry changes is crucial. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled underwriter to advance their career in a remote capacity, contributing to the financial stability and growth of the company.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate insurance applications to assess risk and determine eligibility for coverage.
- Analyze financial statements, medical records, and other relevant documentation.
- Determine appropriate premium rates and policy terms based on risk assessment.
- Approve or reject insurance applications in accordance with company guidelines.
- Communicate underwriting decisions and rationale to agents, brokers, and policyholders.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of underwriting decisions and related documentation.
- Stay updated on insurance industry trends, regulations, and best practices.
- Collaborate with claims and actuarial departments to provide underwriting expertise.
- Identify potential fraudulent applications and follow established procedures.
- Continuously review and refine underwriting policies and procedures.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance underwriting.
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and decision-making skills.
- In-depth knowledge of insurance products, policies, and regulations.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and statistical analysis tools.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in a remote environment.
- Professional certifications (e.g., FLMI, CPCU) are a significant advantage.
- Understanding of the insurance market within **Ruiru, Kiambu, KE** is beneficial.
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Lead Underwriter
Posted 14 days ago
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Our client, a leading insurance provider, is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Underwriter to join their remote team. This position is fully remote, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to risk assessment and policy underwriting from anywhere. You will be responsible for evaluating complex insurance applications, determining policy terms and conditions, and ensuring profitable underwriting results. This role requires a deep understanding of actuarial principles, risk management, and insurance market dynamics. You will lead and mentor a team of underwriters, providing guidance on complex cases and ensuring adherence to company underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing underwriting strategies, analyzing market trends, and identifying opportunities for portfolio growth and optimization. The successful candidate must possess exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, with a proven ability to assess risk accurately and make sound judgments. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for collaborating with internal teams, brokers, and agents. This is a remote role, demanding a high level of self-discipline, organization, and proactivity. You will be expected to stay current with industry best practices and emerging risks. The ability to develop and deliver training programs for underwriting staff is also a significant aspect of this position. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a passion for the insurance industry and a commitment to excellence. If you are a seasoned underwriter ready to take on a leadership role in a flexible, remote environment, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of our client's underwriting operations.
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Underwriting Manager
Posted 5 days ago
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Our client is looking for a dynamic and experienced Underwriting Manager to lead their remote underwriting team. This position is crucial in assessing and managing insurance risks, ensuring profitability and compliance. As a fully remote role, you will oversee a team of underwriters, providing guidance, training, and performance management. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing underwriting policies and procedures, analyzing market trends, and identifying new business opportunities. You will review complex submissions, make final decisions on high-value or high-risk accounts, and collaborate with sales and claims departments to ensure seamless operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent decision-making abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of insurance products and regulations. Proficiency in underwriting software and data analysis tools is essential. You will be instrumental in mentoring junior underwriters, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and driving efficiency within the underwriting process. A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, along with significant experience in underwriting (typically 7+ years), including management experience, is required. Professional designations such as ACII or equivalent are highly valued. This role offers the opportunity to shape underwriting strategy, contribute to business growth, and work flexibly from anywhere, while being an integral part of a successful and innovative insurance provider. If you are a strategic thinker with a proven track record in underwriting leadership and a desire to excel in a remote work setting, we want to hear from you. You will play a key role in safeguarding the financial health of the company by meticulously evaluating risk.
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Principal Underwriter
Posted 27 days ago
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Our client, a leading financial services provider, is seeking an experienced and strategic Principal Underwriter to join their esteemed insurance division. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise from any location. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and managing complex insurance risks, developing underwriting policies, and providing guidance to junior underwriters. You will play a crucial role in evaluating applications for various insurance products, analyzing financial data, actuarial reports, and risk factors to determine insurability and set appropriate premiums. This role demands a deep understanding of insurance regulations, market trends, and risk management principles. You will collaborate extensively with sales, claims, and actuarial teams through virtual platforms, providing expert underwriting opinions and solutions. Responsibilities include developing and implementing underwriting guidelines, training and mentoring underwriting staff, and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the underwriting department. Exceptional analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills are essential. The ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, is paramount. You should be adept at using underwriting software and data analytics tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on risk mitigation and profitability. The focus is on serving clients in the Ongata Rongai, Kajiado, KE area, but the role itself is entirely remote. If you are a seasoned underwriting professional with a passion for risk assessment and a desire to work in a flexible, remote environment, we invite you to apply.
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Insurance Underwriter - Risk Assessment
Posted 18 days ago
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Our client, a reputable insurance company, is seeking a skilled Insurance Underwriter to join their growing team. This hybrid role requires a balance of remote work flexibility and in-office collaboration. You will be responsible for evaluating and assessing insurance risks, determining appropriate coverage terms, and setting premium rates for new and existing policies. Your expertise will be critical in managing the company's risk exposure and ensuring profitability. Key responsibilities include analyzing applicant information, financial statements, and relevant data to determine risk acceptability, developing policy terms and conditions, negotiating rates with brokers and agents, and working closely with claims and actuarial departments. A thorough understanding of underwriting principles, insurance products, and regulatory compliance is essential. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field, and ideally hold relevant professional certifications such as ACII or equivalent. A minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with a proven ability to make sound risk judgments, is required. Excellent analytical, quantitative, and decision-making skills are paramount. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are necessary for interacting with internal teams and external stakeholders. This position is based in Meru, Meru, KE , and offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work with periodic office presence for team meetings and strategic discussions. We are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical, and results-driven professional committed to maintaining the integrity and success of our underwriting operations. If you are an experienced underwriter looking for a dynamic role with a leading insurance firm, we encourage you to apply.
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Our client, a reputable and expanding insurance company known for its robust financial strength and commitment to fair claims practices, is seeking a Chief Underwriter for a fully remote, senior leadership role. This executive position is responsible for setting the strategic direction for all underwriting operations across the organization, ensuring profitable growth while maintaining a sound risk profile. You will lead a team of experienced underwriting professionals, develop and refine underwriting guidelines and strategies, and play a critical role in product development and pricing. The ideal candidate possesses a deep and comprehensive understanding of the insurance industry, with extensive experience in underwriting complex risks and a proven ability to manage large underwriting departments. You will be a strategic thinker with exceptional analytical, financial, and leadership skills, capable of making high-stakes decisions that impact the company's bottom line. This role requires strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with executive leadership, actuarial teams, claims departments, and regulatory bodies in a virtual setting. Responsibilities include:
- Establishing and executing the strategic vision for the underwriting function.
- Overseeing the development and implementation of underwriting policies, procedures, and pricing strategies.
- Leading, mentoring, and developing the underwriting leadership team and department.
- Ensuring underwriting performance meets or exceeds profitability, growth, and service objectives.
- Analyzing market trends, competitive intelligence, and emerging risks to inform underwriting strategies.
- Collaborating with the actuarial department on rate filings and product development.
- Managing reinsurance relationships and strategies as they pertain to underwriting.
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Representing the company's underwriting expertise to internal and external stakeholders.
- Driving innovation in underwriting processes and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Actuarial Science, or a related field; an MBA or advanced degree is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with a significant portion in senior leadership roles.
- Extensive knowledge of various insurance lines, risk assessment, and actuarial principles.
- Demonstrated success in leading and transforming underwriting operations.
- Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.
- Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Experience with underwriting systems and data analytics.
- Familiarity with regulatory environments in the insurance sector.
- This is a fully remote, executive-level position, offering the ultimate in workplace flexibility. Our client is committed to building a world-class leadership team with diverse perspectives, and we welcome applications from qualified candidates irrespective of their location, including those who may bring valuable insights from regions such as Kisumu, Kisumu, KE . Join a forward-thinking insurance leader.
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Insurance Underwriter
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client is seeking a meticulous and analytical Insurance Underwriter to join their team at their Thika office. This is a critical role where you will be responsible for evaluating and accepting insurance risks. You will assess the eligibility of applicants for various insurance policies, analyzing their financial status, past claims history, and other relevant factors to determine risk levels. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of insurance principles, regulatory requirements, and risk assessment methodologies. Your responsibilities will include reviewing applications, gathering necessary documentation, and calculating appropriate premiums. You will work closely with insurance agents and brokers to gather information and explain underwriting decisions. Excellent analytical and decision-making skills are paramount, as is the ability to interpret complex data and make informed judgments. Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations are key aspects of this role. You will also be involved in developing underwriting guidelines and contributing to the overall risk management strategy of the company. The ability to communicate policy terms and conditions clearly to clients and stakeholders is essential. This position offers a stable career path with opportunities for professional development and advancement within the insurance sector. We are looking for a candidate with a high degree of integrity and a commitment to upholding the company's standards for prudent risk selection. Join our dedicated team and play an integral part in safeguarding our clients' assets and futures through sound underwriting practices. Your expertise will be vital in maintaining a profitable and well-managed insurance portfolio.
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Our client, a leading insurance provider, is seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Underwriting to lead their underwriting operations within a fully remote structure. This senior leadership role is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive underwriting strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure profitable growth and risk mitigation across all lines of business. You will oversee a team of underwriters, providing guidance, training, and performance management to ensure adherence to risk appetite and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include analyzing market trends, evaluating new business opportunities, and developing pricing models that are competitive yet profitable. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in insurance underwriting, a deep understanding of actuarial principles, and a proven ability to manage complex underwriting portfolios. This is a remote-first position, demanding exceptional leadership, analytical, decision-making, and communication skills, as well as the ability to foster a high-performance culture in a virtual environment. You will collaborate closely with product development, claims, and sales departments to align underwriting strategies with overall business objectives. Experience with underwriting software and data analytics tools is essential for optimizing processes and identifying key risk indicators. We are looking for a forward-thinking leader who can drive innovation in underwriting practices, enhance risk selection, and contribute significantly to the financial health of the organization. The ability to interpret complex data, make sound judgments under pressure, and effectively communicate strategic direction to diverse teams is paramount. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned insurance professional to lead and shape the underwriting function of a respected company from a remote location.
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Our client, a forward-thinking leader in the insurance sector, is actively seeking a visionary Head of Underwriting to spearhead their remote operations. This executive role is pivotal in shaping and executing the company's underwriting strategy, ensuring profitable growth and effective risk management across all product lines. You will lead a distributed team of underwriters, setting underwriting policies, guidelines, and procedures that align with market conditions and business objectives. Your responsibilities will include developing sophisticated underwriting models, assessing the risk profile of new business opportunities, and overseeing the renewal process for existing policies. As a remote leader, you will leverage cutting-edge communication and analytical tools to foster collaboration, drive decision-making, and maintain exceptional team performance. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in insurance underwriting, a deep understanding of actuarial principles, and a proven ability to manage complex risk portfolios. A strong command of underwriting software and data analytics is essential. You will work closely with sales, product development, and finance teams to ensure cohesive strategy execution. This is an extraordinary opportunity to define the underwriting vision for a growing company and make a significant impact on its financial success, all from a flexible remote work setting.
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Senior Underwriter
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a leading insurance provider, is seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior Underwriter to assess risk and determine policy terms for a variety of insurance products. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to utilize your expertise in risk assessment from the comfort of your home office. You will be responsible for evaluating insurance applications, analyzing financial data, assessing potential risks, and making informed decisions on policy issuance and pricing. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of underwriting principles, risk management, and relevant insurance regulations. Your responsibilities will include reviewing complex applications, conducting due diligence, collaborating with agents and brokers, and maintaining accurate underwriting records. You will also play a role in developing and refining underwriting guidelines and contributing to the continuous improvement of underwriting processes. A bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance underwriting. Professional designations such as CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter) or equivalent are highly desirable. Experience working in a remote underwriting capacity, demonstrating strong analytical skills and the ability to work autonomously, is essential. You should possess excellent communication, negotiation, and decision-making abilities. This role is based conceptually in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado, KE , but is a fully remote opportunity, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance. If you are a meticulous and experienced underwriter looking for a challenging remote role, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess and underwrite insurance applications to evaluate risk.
- Determine policy terms, conditions, and premiums.
- Analyze financial statements and other relevant documentation.
- Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with insurance agents, brokers, and clients.
- Manage a portfolio of accounts and monitor risk exposures.
- Identify and report on emerging risk trends.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of underwriting policies.
- Maintain accurate and detailed underwriting records.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance underwriting.
- Strong understanding of risk assessment and management principles.
- Professional underwriting designations (e.g., CPCU) are a plus.
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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