Underwriter at AIA

Takapuna, Auckland Region, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Underwriting, Financial Underwriting, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Risk Assessment, Customer-Centric Approach, Policy Terms Determination, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail

Industry

Insurance

Description

BELIEVE IN BETTER Do you believe in financial wellbeing as a driver for a better, healthier, more sustainable future? At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone. It's finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live. As the largest listed company on the HKSE, we’ve been proudly making a difference across Asia for over a century. And as we look to build on our legacy, we need great Underwriters who want to be part of something bigger. Because the better we can nurture our financial wellbeing as an organisation, the better we can support and make a difference for our customers when they need us most. By ensuring our products are well designed and priced, analysing business performance and ensuring proper management of insurance policies in-force, you’re not just safeguarding AIA’s financial wellbeing. You’re securing a better future for the people and communities we serve - today, tomorrow and for generations to come. If that sounds like you, read on. The opportunity: Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of insurance? As an Underwriter at AIA, you'll play a crucial role in assessing risks and crafting fair and sound terms for new business applications. You'll work within our established guidelines and philosophy, ensuring timely and accurate decisions. Excel in new business onboarding by delivering exceptional service to our partners and customers, all while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safeguarding AIA from undue risk. If you're passionate about underwriting and dedicated to providing top-notch service, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of our dynamic team. Key responsibilities include: Assessing all cases within individual queue and/or tasks allocated. Working quickly and efficiently through assessments without compromise. Ensuring underwriting decisions are sound and fair, customer-centric and based on appropriate AIA underwriting guidelines and philosophies. Determining the appropriate policy terms and conditions. Reviewing complex cases with Underwriting Managers and/or the Chief Underwriter when necessary to make a business decision. Establishing and building effective and meaningful working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. Responding to all requests, issues, and questions in a timely professional manner. Effectively explaining underwriting decisions with all required stakeholders/partners to facilitate policy conversion. Inputting all comments, information and relevant notes in appropriate platforms used by the Underwriting Team. Ideally, you'll bring: At least 3-5 years’ experience in medical and financial underwriting. Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to negotiate. Why choose AIA? At AIA, we believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better'. We do this by offering: Opportunities to grow within the business through internal mobility Competitive employee benefits that include insurances, an Employee Share Purchase Scheme and an extra day of leave each quarter to recharge Membership to AIA Vitality, our science-backed health and wellbeing programme that provides the guidance, tools, and rewards to get more out of life and start thriving. AIA Vitality partners include Airpoints™, Woolworths, MoleMap, endota, Les Mills, Samsung, Garmin and many more! A supportive and inclusive workplace Flexible working arrangements. If you believe in better, apply now! Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. AIA NZ values diversity in the workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions and/or are neurodiverse to apply for our roles. If there's anything we may need to consider to support you with our recruitment process, please email nz.talentacquisition@aia.com. We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Recruitment Agencies: Our Talent team does not require any recruitment agency support. Interested Candidates: Apply using the ‘Apply’ button. No emailed applications accepted. For general enquiries only, contact: You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date. At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone. It's about finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live in. As the largest listed company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, we’ve been proudly making a difference for people and communities across Asia for over a century. And we build on this every day with our ambition to engage one billion people to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030. If you work at AIA, you play an important part in this movement. Which is why we give you every opportunity to learn, grow and shape your career - your way. Inspiring and supporting you to thrive - not just at work, but in life. Believe in better with AIA. View our AIA LinkedIn page Bring your difference to AIA

Responsibilities

As an Underwriter, you will assess risks and craft fair terms for new business applications while ensuring timely and accurate decisions. You will also build effective relationships with stakeholders and explain underwriting decisions to facilitate policy conversion.