Underwriting Officer Branch Manager

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The job holder is responsible for reviewing the risks and underwrite profitable business through preparation of policy documents whilst ensuring all business processes are adhered to as per set guidelines to enable the company meets its objectives through the acquisition, retention and service to clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Underwriting Role

 Establish proper documentation of risks and timely issuance of certificates, debits, policy documents and endorsements.
 Establish efficient renewal process to achieve the set turnaround time for preparation and issuance of renewal notices for delivery of the desired retention rate
 Issuing and revising of quotes to intermediaries within recommended guidelines and follow up to ensure business closure
 Reconciliation of client accounts to reflect the business booked status on monthly basis
 Preparation and issuance of Renewal notices sixty dates before renewal date
 Check debt form filled in case of credit according to the company credit policy
 Prepare and issue cancellation notices in case of non-payment of premium for specified covers
 Provide advisory services to claims department on excesses, deductibles, and clauses applicable in case of a claim
 Confirmation of covers, issue and approve quotations up to 50% of the treaty limit
 Appoint property & vehicle valuers where necessary
 Issue motor new business policy documents and renewal schedules
 Execute bonds as per the set authority limits
 Monitor approval and dispatch of renewal and extra endorsements schedules

Customer Service Role

 Monitoring clients queries and ensuring they are addressed and correct quotation are provided within the set timelines and authority levels.
 Follow up on premium collection from clients and ensure debited within the month.
 Prepare and follow up premium refund in case of overpayment or cancellation from clients.
 On a need basis carry out client visit with intermediaries for technical support and product presentation.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications:
Minimum Academic Qualifications

 Degree in Business Related course

Professional Qualifications

 Diploma in Insurance

Experience:

 One (1) year relevant working experience

Knowledge

 Understanding of insurance industry

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

 Customer Oriented
 Interpersonal skills
 Team player
 Creative thinking
 Planning & organizational skills
 Responsible
 Ethical
 Confidence
 Reliability
 Financial awareness
 Analytical thinking
 Keen to details

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Apply via :

careers@paciskenya.com