Senior Underwriter - MEA

at  Allianz Partners

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 would be suited to an organised and highly analytical person who enjoys working at the centre of the business. The right candidate will be self-motivated and committed, with prior experience in an underwriting role, ideally employee benefits.

• Evaluate and issue quotes for large corporate insurance schemes in accordance with company underwriting guidelines, pricing methodologies and other relevant regulations.
• Gather and review background information in order to effectively assess risk.
• Analyse claims data and risk factors to forecast future claims levels and set insurance premiums.
• Collaborate with Sales and Relationship Management teams throughout contract renewals and tenders to reach target KPIs, while maintaining underwriting standards.
• Prepare and issue client utilisation reports, including commentary and explanation of observed trends and scheme performance.
• Act as a technical referral point for other areas of the business in relation to all Underwriting queries.
• Form own opinions on requests and make sound underwriting decisions, within authority limits.
• Take ownership of queries received within the team and deliver a quality service and response time to colleagues.
• Represent Underwriting team on strategic projects, as needed.
• Comply with company standards in respect of documentation and file management.
• Update and maintain work activity reports for Management.