MEA SME Underwriting Team Leader

Cigna Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Dubai seeks a Team Manager for SMEs to lead their underwriting function. Key responsibilities include managing the underwriting team, overseeing complex cases, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of experience, strong team development skills, and knowledge of the MEA health insurance market. This role offers an opportunity to drive team performance and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in underwriting or similar roles.
• Understanding of the MEA health insurance market.
• People management skills and team development experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of SME underwriters.
• Oversee underwriting processes ensuring compliance with guidelines.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on pricing and risk management.
• Monitor performance and identify trends in the portfolio.

Skills

Knowledge of underwriting workflow

Leadership and team management

MS Excel proficiency

Stakeholder management

Strong communication skills

Tools

Data analytics software (R SQL Alteryx or equivalent)

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in Dubai seeks a Team Manager for SMEs to lead their underwriting function. Key responsibilities include managing the underwriting team, overseeing complex cases, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of experience, strong team development skills, and knowledge of the MEA health insurance market. This role offers an opportunity to drive team performance and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.