Administrative Assistant - Underwriting

Argyll Scott; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Argyll Scott in Hong Kong is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support its New Business Underwriting function. This role suits detail-driven, organised professionals who keep a fast-paced team running smoothly and want exposure to underwriting operations and process improvement.

You will handle case processing, manage documentation, monitor workflow, and collaborate across stakeholders to implement changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or related discipline.
• At least 2 years' experience within the insurance industry.
• Fluent written and spoken English, Cantonese, and Putonghua.

Responsibilities

• Handle insurance case processing and documentation in line with company standards and compliance requirements.
• Help monitor daily workflow volumes, stepping in as needed to keep departmental turnaround times on track.
• Contribute ideas toward new product and system development.
• Deliver high-quality underwriting technical service, responding promptly to keep business targets on track while maintaining sound risk control.
• Support the coaching and development of offshore New Business and Underwriting team members.
• Work with cross-functional stakeholders to help implement process changes and project initiatives.

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An established insurer is looking for an Administrative Assistant to support its New Business Underwriting function. This is a great opportunity for a detail-driven, organised professional who enjoys keeping a fast-paced team running smoothly and wants exposure to both underwriting operations and broader process improvement work.

This is a 12 Month Contract

What you'll be doing:

• Handle insurance case processing and documentation in line with company standards and compliance requirements
• Help monitor daily workflow volumes, stepping in as needed to keep departmental turnaround times on track
• Contribute ideas and input toward new product and system development
• Deliver high-quality underwriting technical service, responding promptly to keep business targets on track while maintaining sound risk control
• Support the coaching and development of offshore New Business and Underwriting team members
• Work with cross-functional stakeholders to help implement process changes and project initiatives

What we're looking for:

• A bachelor's degree, ideally in business administration, finance, or a related discipline
• Strong administrative skills, with meticulous attention to detail and a methodical approach to managing documentation and workflow
• At least 2 years' experience within the insurance industry
• Fluent written and spoken English, Cantonese, and Putonghua
• Solid computer literacy across standard business systems
• A collaborative communicator — comfortable multi-tasking across stakeholders with strong customer service instincts
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to stay composed and accurate under pressure and tight deadlines