Underwriting Executive Job in Kenya – Clarkson

Underwriting Executive Job in Kenya – Clarkson
April 16, 2015 Job Description

Clarkson Insurance Brokers Ltd: We are an Insurance Broker who wishes to recruit for the following position in our Department.
Underwriting Executive - Broking Department
Ref: UE/BD/2015

Key Performance Areas

• Asses a risk according to like hood of a claim being made by weighing up a number of factors and asking for detailed information from prospective clients (policyholders).
• Determine if applications for insurance cover (risks) should be accepted and, if so, what the terms of that acceptance are.
• Examine documents to determine degree of risk from such factors as applicant financial standing and value and condition of properly.
• Request authorization for reinsurance of policy when risk is high.
• Decline excessive risks.
• Evaluate possibility of losses due to catastrophe or excessive insurance.
• Review company records to determine amount of insurance in force on single risk or group of closely related risks.
• Write to field representatives, and other personnel to obtain further information, quote rates, or explain company underwriting policies.

Education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from recognized university,
• Diploma in Insurance (AIIK or CII),
• 4 years experience in general insurance business,
• Membership to IIK/CII is highly recommended,
• Certificate of proficiency.

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills,
• Good organizational skills,
• Interpersonal skills,
• Quick learner,
• Adaptability & Self-discipline,
• Keen to detail and
• Customer service skills/knowledge 

How to Apply
For consideration, please email your resume to hr@clarkson.co.ke to be received no later than 23rd April 2015.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Quote the reference number on the subject part of the email.