General Insurance Underwriter

About the Company

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented General Insurance Underwriter to join our team in Dubai.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience within a general insurance environment, particularly working with insurance brokers, and possess strong technical knowledge of underwriting processes, insurance products, and policy administration.

The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage client and broker relationships effectively.

• Assess and underwrite insurance applications across multiple lines, including Property, Casualty, Motor, Marine, Liability, and Group Life Insurance.
• Analyze risk exposures, financial information, claims history, and supporting documentation to determine underwriting decisions and pricing.
• Review policy coverage requirements and ensure suitable terms, conditions, and policy wordings are applied.
• Liaise with insurance companies to obtain competitive quotations and negotiate favorable terms for clients.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate coverage solutions based on clients' risk profiles.
• Ensure underwriting activities comply with internal guidelines, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and provide technical underwriting support to internal teams.
• Monitor compliance with AML (Anti-Money Laundering) regulations and company compliance policies.
• Perform KYC (Know Your Customer) checks and due diligence procedures to identify and mitigate financial crime risks.
• Support claims teams on complex or disputed claims where underwriting decisions may impact claim outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with insurers, clients, brokers, and other stakeholders.
• Stay updated on market developments, emerging risks, new insurance products, and competitor offerings.
• Prepare underwriting reports, risk evaluations, and portfolio analysis as required.
• Identify trends and emerging exposures and provide recommendations for risk management improvements.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Attested certificate required)

Minimum 3 years in general underwriting (attested experience certificate preferred)

Preferred Background: Experience in insurance brokerage or underwriting departments of insurers

• Knowledge of underwriting principles across multiple lines (e.g., property, casualty, marine, motor, group life)
• Familiarity with risk assessment, policy wording, and pricing methodologies
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to negotiate and build relationships with clients, brokers, and insurers

You may also register your profile through our website and apply here: https://nadia-me.com