Senior Underwriter - MEA | Dubai, UAE

Allianz; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance company is seeking a Senior Group Underwriter in Dubai. In this role, you will be responsible for underwriting health, life, and disability products for large corporate clients. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and prior underwriting experience, particularly in employee benefits. The company offers a supportive environment for professional growth and a commitment to employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Personal and professional growth programs

Work Well programs for health and wellbeing

Flexibility for better work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in an underwriting role, preferably in employee benefits.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and issue quotes for large corporate insurance schemes.
• Gather and review background information to assess risk effectively.
• Analyse claims data and risk factors to forecast future claims.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Third-level qualification in mathematics or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

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 is suited for an organized and highly analytical individual who enjoys working at the core of the business. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, committed, and have prior experience in an underwriting role, preferably in employee benefits.

What you do:

1. Evaluate and issue quotes for large corporate insurance schemes following company guidelines, pricing methodologies, and regulations.
2. Gather and review background information to assess risk effectively.
3. Analyse claims data and risk factors to forecast future claims and set premiums.
4. Collaborate with Sales and Relationship Management teams during renewals and tenders to meet KPIs while maintaining standards.
5. Prepare and issue client utilization reports, including trend commentary and scheme performance analysis.
6. Serve as a technical referral point for underwriting queries within the business.
7. Make sound underwriting decisions within authority limits based on your assessments.
8. Handle queries within the team, ensuring quality service and timely responses.
9. Represent the Underwriting team on strategic projects as needed.
10. Maintain documentation and file management standards.
11. Update and manage work activity reports for management.

What you bring:

1. Experience in an underwriting role; experience in employee benefits is desirable.
2. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
3. High attention to detail and accuracy.
4. Third-level qualification in mathematics or a related numerate field.
5. Proven ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively.
6. Strong Excel skills; proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.
7. Ability to prioritize, collaborate, and manage multiple tasks.
8. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
9. Strong organizational and time management skills.
10. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
11. A proactive approach with a strong sense of ownership.
12. Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

What we offer:

We value our employees' unique needs, ambitions, and journeys. We support your personal and professional growth through various courses and development programs. Our global environment encourages international mobility and career progression. We prioritize your health and wellbeing through our Work Well programs, offering flexibility for a better work-life balance.

56049 | Underwriting | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Partners | Full-Time | Permanent

Allianz Partners Introduction:

Allianz Group is a trusted global insurance and asset management company. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities. Join us and help shape a better future for our customers and the world around us.

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