New Business Product & Project Specialist (12 months contract)

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich 56 Company Ltd is seeking a New Business Product & Project Specialist for a 12-month contract. The role focuses on underwriting quality and governance processes, requiring strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of underwriting principles. Join Zurich to enhance your career while contributing to effective governance in underwriting operations.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2 years of experience in underwriting.
• Strong understanding of underwriting principles and techniques.
• Ability to assess risks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensures effective underwriting operations by adhering to rules and regulations.
• Supports project implementation with quality documentation.
• Monitors underwriting processes for improvement opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Collaborative teamwork

Risk assessment

Understanding underwriting principles

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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New Business Product & Project Specialist (12 months contract)

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Job Purpose

Under direct supervision, performs moderate to complex job duties and responsibilities to contribute to the development and management of underwriting quality and governance processes across the business area.

Key Accountabilities

• Provides assurance that the underwriting business operates effectively, and in accordance with agreed rules and regulations.
• Contributes to the ongoing development, implementation, and maintenance of governance tools and quality control processes; assists in the development and maintenance of underwriting procedures manuals.
• Handles a range of analysis and advice to support the development of effective local and central governance processes and practices.
• Contributes to the development of business effectiveness through monitoring activity and making recommendations for change/remedial action.
• Supports business compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Proactively supports personal development and the development of others.
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of governance tools, processes, and activities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of underwriting operations.

Business Accountabilities

• Supports project implementation by preparing documentation to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Identifies and adheres to key legal and regulatory principles relevant to work practices.
• Collects evidence from established sources and provides accurate decisions to customers, facilitating decision-making on broader customer issues.
• Monitors underwriting processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provides clear explanations for underwriting decisions, sharing technical information to maintain strong relationships with customers and distributors.
• Resolves operational issues referred from other business functions, ensuring efficient and high-quality service for distributors and customers.

Performance Management Accountabilities

• Models behaviors aligned with corporate values.
• Participates in the performance management cycle.
• Contributes to team performance and improvement.
• Expands and shares knowledge with team members and business partners.
• Manages personal development proactively.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or approximately 2 years of experience in underwriting.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong understanding of underwriting principles and techniques.
• Ability to assess risks effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

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