Underwriting Manager

1 day ago

Nairobi Nairobi City Kenya Stratostaff East Africa Full time 120,000 - 180,000 per year

Job Title:       UnderwritingManagerReports to:   TechnicalService ManagerLocation:      Nairobi, Kenya. JOB PURPOSE Our client, a reputable player in the insuranceindustry, seeks an UnderwritingManager to provide support and guidance tothe underwriting team by overseeing all aspects of credit approval, creditadministration, loan underwriting, and closing for all loan products andportfolio administration and policy. NATURE AND SCOPE ​ Reporting to the Board Risk Committee with adotted reporting line to the CEO & Principal Officer, the Risk andCompliance Manager is responsible for improving risk management readiness bycreating an organizational culture that places high priority on effective riskmanagement and adherence to sound operating controls. The Manager is alsoresponsible for risk training and risk -based performance measurements andevaluations.Key Responsibilities:Developing, implementing and interpreting departmental policies, procedures and endorsements.Overseeing and assigning tasks to underwriters, underwriting assistants and interns working within the department.Developing policies and methodologies that accesses the company's financial riskAnalyzing statistical in order to determine eligible and non - eligible individuals for insurance coverage by assessing clients' background information.Providing support to the underwriting assistants on complex issues upon request.Training and mentoring underwriting professionals on the departmental policies and standard operating procedures with the aim of achieving quality performance.Conducting quality control checks by reviewing policy decisions and insurance proposals from time to time.Analyzing cumulative data about underwriting performance and current risk levels then preparing reportsReviewing insurance premiums based on informed judgment and competitor pricingOrganizing meetings with specialists to help determine risk assessment in unique circumstancesAllocate underwriting authority to staff, establishing their ability to accept risks, determine pricing and coverages and place reinsuranceDevelop and execute strategic initiatives that support profit, growth, retention and customer service objectivesAssess agency performance and recommend the appointment or cancellation of agentsManage the underwriting team while identifying individual training needs Requirements QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Holder of a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Business Administration, Insurance or any other related field from a recognized university.Have at least five (5) years' relevant working experience as an UnderwriterA post Graduate professional qualification in Insurance (ACII / AIIK)Should have a sound understanding of reinsurance markets and mechanisms.Should demonstrate highest standards of personal conduct, professional performance and business ethics.Highly developed analytical and reporting skills with excellent communication and presentation skills.Possess leadership skill and ability to work with diverse teamsAttention to detail  KEY COMPETENCIES1.   Good analytical skills2.   Excellent decision -makingskills3.   Knowledge of the company'sproducts and processes4.   Results -driven5.   Excellent negotiating skills

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