Assistant Manager Marine Underwriter National I Dubai

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC); Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC) is seeking a motivated Marine Underwriter (UAE National) to evaluate marine insurance risks, assess policy applications, and support underwriting decisions while ensuring compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements. The role focuses on cargo and transit risks, with responsibilities spanning from risk assessment to policy documentation and client liaison.

Ideal candidates will be UAE nationals with a strong academic background in business,

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates with strong academic performance may be considered.
• Underwriting requires analytical mindset and risk assessment skills.
• Experience or knowledge in marine insurance and regulatory compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess and underwrite marine insurance risks for cargo, transit, and related business.
• Review applications, risk information, claims history and supporting documents.
• Evaluate exposures and recommend coverage terms, pricing and conditions.

Skills

UAE National

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration

Bachelor's in Economics

Bachelor's in Mathematics

Bachelor's in Finance

Bachelor's in Insurance

Or related discipline

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Marine Underwriter (UAE National) to join our Marine Insurance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating marine insurance risks, assessing policy applications, and supporting profitable underwriting decisions while ensuring compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements.

What you will do

• Assess and underwrite marine insurance risks for cargo, transit, and marine-related business.

• Review insurance applications, risk information, claims history, and supporting documentation.

• Evaluate risk exposures and recommend appropriate coverage terms, conditions, and pricing.

• Prepare quotations, endorsements, renewals, and policy documentation.

• Liaise with brokers, clients, and internal departments regarding underwriting requirements and risk assessments.

• Monitor underwriting performance and maintain accurate records within company systems.

• Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

• Support business development initiatives by providing underwriting expertise and market insights.

• Deliver timely service while maintaining underwriting quality and profitability standards.

• Assist with portfolio management and risk improvement initiatives.

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Skills to be successful

• UAE National with Family Book (Emirati) – Mandatory

• Bachelor’s Degree in:

  • Business Administration

  • Economics

  • Mathematics

  • Finance

  • Insurance

  • Or a related discipline

Experience

• Fresh graduates with strong academic performance and an interest in insurance can be considered.

What equips you for the role

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good understanding of risk assessment principles.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong numerical and attention-to-detail capabilities.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and customer focus.

What We Are Looking For

• Interest in developing a career in Marine and General Insurance.

• Strong willingness to learn underwriting principles and marine risk assessment.

• Ability to make sound decisions based on data and risk analysis.

• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence.