Senior Underwriter, Allianz

Allianz

Location:
United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Category:
Insurance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Group Underwriter to join our team in Dubai. Within this role, you will be responsible for underwriting health, life and disability products for Allianz Partners large corporate clients. The role would be suited to an organised and highly analytical person who enjoys working at the centre of the business. The right candidate will be self-motivated and committed, with prior experience in an underwriting role, ideally employee benefits.

Job Responsibility:

Evaluate and issue quotes for large corporate insurance schemes in accordance with company underwriting guidelines, pricing methodologies and other relevant regulations
Gather and review background information in order to effectively assess risk
Analyse claims data and risk factors to forecast future claims levels and set insurance premiums
Collaborate with Sales and Relationship Management teams throughout contract renewals and tenders to reach target KPIs, while maintaining underwriting standards
Prepare and issue client utilisation reports, including commentary and explanation of observed trends and scheme performance
Act as a technical referral point for other areas of the business in relation to all Underwriting queries
Form own opinions on requests and make sound underwriting decisions, within authority limits
Take ownership of queries received within the team and deliver a quality service and response time to colleagues
Represent Underwriting team on strategic projects, as needed
Comply with company standards in respect of documentation and file management
Update and maintain work activity reports for Management.

Requirements:

Experience in Underwriting role – within employee benefits desirable
Strong problem solving, analytical skills and decision making ability
High attention to detail and accuracy is critical
3rd level qualification in mathematics or other numerate area
Proven ability to work well as part of a team and communicate effectively with others
Strong Excel skills essential, competence in Word and Powerpoint
Ability to collaborate, prioritise tasks, and work on multiple assignments
Good verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Strong sense of ownership in carrying out duties
A willingness to learn and develop.

Nice to have:

Experience in Underwriting role – within employee benefits desirable
Strong problem solving, analytical skills and decision making ability.

What we offer:

Personal and professional development opportunities with a variety of courses and targeted development programs
International mobility and career progression
Work Well programs to provide peace of mind and flexibility for better work-life balance
Caring for health and wellbeing.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 06, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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