Nature and Scope
Reporting to the Underwriter- General Insurance Business, the jobholder will be responsible for assisting in underwriting and risk assessment within the set standards of service to ensure quality and timely service.

Key responsibilities

• Assess risks and make acceptable decisions after proper analysis of client’s data.

• Ensuring that systems and procedures covering underwriting operations are adhered to.

• Efficient and effective use of the company resources.

• Maintain high standard level of customer service – responding to general underwriting enquiries, walk-in clients, telephone and emails.

• Timely and accurate processing of underwriting documents.

• Liaise with intermediaries and direct clients on issues relating to their policies.

• Implement credit control policy and ensure that premiums are debited and collected as required.

• Assist in marketing company products and services to potential clients.

• Perform any other duties as may be requested by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business related studies or CII/Diploma qualifications or equivalent.

• Good understanding of General Insurance Procedures.

• Two years experience in a busy underwriting environment handling various classes of insurance is an added advantage.

• Good communication skills.

• Good understanding of general insurance products.

• Computer knowledge.

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates. In-house training and a professional office environment will also be offered.

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please email your application detailed CV indicating current position and telephone contacts with names and addresses of three professional referees to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it not later than 30th March 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.