underwriter

City & Capital

<p>City & Capital are delighted to be supporting a fast growing & highly respected investment house and commercial property finance lender who are on a huge growth curve, driven by strong investment, and ambitions to be the leading player in their sector.</p><p>Our client supports property development and investment professionals with access to small or large property backed loans for key projects. The products on offer include bridging finance, development exits, BTL, portfolio BTL and commercial term mortgages. Deal sizes can range from c£250k - c£50m+.</p><p>The lender has plans to double the size of their loan book over the coming period which requires substantial lending volumes. Due to this they have been busy increasing the size of their sales force with a view to identifying and introducing more loan applications for assessment.</p><p>Due to this, our client is keen to identify and appoint an experienced, confident and forward thinking Underwriter to their growing team, at an exciting time.</p><p>This is a role that comes with a lot of support and development to assist you in enhancing your technical underwriting skills within the role. Our client operates a very strong & proven promote within policy, with the natural next step for this role to attain 'Senior Underwriter' status within the company.</p><p>This is made all the more likely by plans to double the size of their operation over the next 12 months, having achieved the same feat four times in the last four years!</p><p>So this really is a 'career opportunity' for someone, as opposed to 'just another job'</p><p>The Underwriter position reports directly in to the 'Head of' department and will support the management of a pipeline of cases from point of origination by the BDM team, to completion. To do so, you will work closely with the lenders case management team who will assist with preparing cases for assessment. Once received you will undertake a full review of the loan application, ready to make recommendations for funding to senior management/the credit committee.</p><p>To achieve the required within the role you can expect to work closely with the businesses BDM's & brokers to assess & support their deals from a credit management perspective. You will manage and maintain your own pipeline of loans for sanctioning and ensure activity is undertaken to allow loans to be funded in line with SLA's.</p><p>In addition to managing your own pipeline of cases, you will also work with the Senior Underwriters members on their ultra complex cases to develop your skillset to allow you to grow. As noted, our client lends large value loans to complex borrowers and so this element of the role and learning can be critical for future success.</p><p>Due to the nature of the role the ideal individual must have experience of underwriting property backed loans. This type of role may suit a Junior Underwriter looking to take a step up for more responsibility, or an existing Underwriter from the property finance sector.</p><p>Confidence working in a fast paced and dynamic environment will be key. This role is not a tick box exercise, thus experience in the mortgage or commercial property finance sector is critical to be qualified for this position.</p><p><strong>Underwriter - Required Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Current or previous property finance underwriting experience required</li><li>A good knowledge of credit principles associated with property lending</li><li>Demonstrable success against objectives in previous roles key</li><li>Experience in dealing with brokers and borrowers directly is sought after</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal Personal Attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Highly analytical & numerical with a strong attention to detail</li><li>Happy working in a dynamic and fast paced environment</li><li>Confident diary manager and results orientated against set deadlines</li><li>Ambitious and keen to drive career forward within</li><li>Equally confident working alone or as part of a team</li></ul><p>The salary on offer is up to c£90k, which will be relevant to experience and performance at interview, as you would expect. Higher offers may also be considered for exceptional experience.</p><p>In addition our client operates two excellent bonus structures for this position that will reward you for the success that you bring to the company. This structure is uncapped and will assist you with increasing annual earnings substantially based on your delivery. Happy to discuss the detail.</p><p>Most notably, due to the exciting level of investment and funding at play, as well as the progressive and forward thinking culture of the business, this is a genuine opportunity for you to propel your own earnings and career standing quickly within, once excellent performance has been delivered.</p><p>This role will be based in the lenders lovely Mayfair offices, Monday - Friday.</p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?FmvgIOg1b084kPdvcVjyDt9yRZbAtUEdl" width="0" height="0" />

Senior Underwriter

steadfast group

<p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Assess and underwrite motor insurance risks in line with company and insurer guidelines.</li><li>Handle <b>policy issuance, endorsements, renewals, escalations, referrals, and approvals</b> efficiently.</li><li>Utilize <b>insurance portals</b> for quotation, issuance, and endorsements.</li><li>Apply accurate <b>rating and underwriting practices</b> to ensure competitive and compliant pricing.</li><li>Manage <b>renewals</b> with a focus on achieving a high retention ratio.</li><li>Assist with <b>claims procedures</b> and provide support in claim-related escalations when required.</li><li>Ensure compliance with <b>CBUAE regulations</b> and company policies at all times.</li><li>Maintain strong <b>client interaction</b> and provide quality service to ensure customer satisfaction.</li><li>Build and sustain effective <b>relationships with insurers, underwriters, and clients</b>.</li><li>Collaborate closely with the <b>marketing and sales teams</b> to support new business acquisition and renewal strategies.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accurate underwriting and policy documentation.</li><li>Report underwriting activities, referral cases, and renewal status to management regularly.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li><b>2&ndash;3 years&rsquo; UAE experience</b> in motor underwriting within a broking firm.</li><li>Strong knowledge of <b>motor insurance products, underwriting practices, claims processes, and portal usage</b>.</li><li>Proven ability to <b>work under pressure</b> in a highly competitive environment.</li><li>Familiarity with <b>CBUAE insurance regulations</b>.</li><li>Excellent <b>communication and interpersonal skills</b> (English essential; Arabic an advantage).</li><li>Strong negotiation and relationship management skills with insurers and clients.</li><li>Ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams (marketing, operations, accounts).</li><li>Must be <b>residing in Dubai</b>.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED6,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Have you worked in any Insurance or Broker company?</li><li>How many years of Motor underwriter  Experience you hold?</li><li>What is your current/last drawn salary?</li></ul>

Motor Underwriter

Sukoon Insurance

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   The job holder is responsible for the review of risk submissions from business development and referrals that have been initially processed by the Associate underwriter.
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   The position typically handles the standard risks with a minimal amount of approval authority through the clear underwriting guidelines, and underwriting manual.
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   Job Requirements:
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   Renews previously underwritten risks.
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   Analyzes and evaluates loss reports, audits, and other developed information to determine the need for modification of coverage or premium as well as the need for loss control consultation or policy cancellation.
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   Determine appropriate premium rates for quotations, new business, renewals, endorsements, and cancellations by referring to rating manuals, and performs calculations according to prescribed formulas.
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   Assess, evaluate and price risk using risk modelling techniques and prescribed underwriting guidelines.
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   Gather, prepare and present monthly management reports on underwriting, operating costs, underwriting exposures and loss ratio.
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   Approves policies within defined authority limits.
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   Liaise and interface with other verticals in the department to update on business.
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   Assist in providing an accurate, high quality and speedy underwriting service that builds customer relations and credibility.
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   Prepares quotes for brokers / third parties / customers based on risk price analyses with the consultation of Senior Underwriters.
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   Reviews policy applications and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy for basic and modest level insured value risks.
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   Contacts other departments to obtain additional information as required.
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   May work in conjunction with an underwriter to prepare a policy pricing package appropriate to a given risk at the direction of an underwriter.
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   Claims experience in pre &ndash; approvals of IP, OP pharmacy and Specialized Investigations.
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   Medical Underwriting of individual Application Forms.
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   Clinical Experience of working in hospital, ICU will be an advantage.
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   Qualification and Experience:
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   MBBS Graduate.
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   Certification in Insurance.
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   2 -3 years of underwriting experience.
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   Proven ability in underwriting, organizing workload under pressure.
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   Microsoft Office, Efficient in Excel and PPT.
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Associate Medical Underwriter

Chubb Europe

<p>The key purpose of the role is to Underwrite new and renewal business in support of the business plan objectives for retention and growth.</p> <p>Key activities of the job holder are:</p> <ul> <li>Day to day management of the broker/cedent panel and renewal book.</li> <li>To underwrite existing renewal accounts, solve broker enquires and build lasting Client relationships.</li> <li>Renewal meetings, broker pipeline and general business development activities in support of the continued growth of the product line.</li> <li>To work closely with senior managers to assist with broker enquires and developing new opportunities and relationships.</li> <li>To work closely with underwriters in other lines of business in the DIFC branch to maximise cross sell opportunities.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Assist with driving the Property division business growth and profitability through focussed distribution and marketing activities.</li> <li>Underwrite a sustainable balance of business in support of team revenue, profitability, growth and production objectives.</li> <li>Maximising opportunities for cross-selling and up-selling within Chubb through internal marketing at cross class meetings and relationship management.</li> <li>Develop and manage key external producer relationships.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills &amp; Experience Required</strong></p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of Property Underwriting, reinsurance, the MENA market and competitors.</li> <li>Solid experience of dealing with brokers and clients. </li> <li>Results driven with ability to make own decisions and work on own initiative. </li> <li>An experienced professional who is recognised externally. </li> <li>Expected to have or be working towards ACII qualification (or equivalent), with considerable market experience.  Continues to develop technical and broader business skills.</li> <li>Fluent English language skills.</li> </ul>

Property Underwriter

Zurich Insurance

<div><div><div><div><div>Job Summary</div>
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Zurich is one of the world&rsquo;s leading insurance groups, and one of the few to operate on a global basis. Our mission is to help our customers understand and protect themselves from risk. With around 55,000 employees serving customers in more than 215 countries and territories, we aspire to become the best global insurer as measured by our shareholders, customers and employees. We help individuals, small and medium sized companies and global corporations around the world understand and protect themselves from risk by offering a wide range of insurance products, solutions and advisory services.</div><br>
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Commercial Insurance Middle East is looking for a Senior Underwriter - Financial Lines to join our team. This individual will independently analyze and underwrite business of medium to high complexity and must be well-regarded for their knowledge of the financial lines. They must utilize &quot;The Zurich Way&quot; of Underwriting Framework ensuring a high level of service to customers.</div></div></div><div><div><div>
Job Accountabilities</div>
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As a Senior Underwriter - Financial Lines, your role will involve:</div>
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<li>Independently assess and price medium to high complexity risks, set and negotiate terms and conditions in accordance with the Underwriting Guidelines.</li>
<li>Have a reasonable level of Underwriting Authority and will seek empowerment from higher proficiency level Underwriting Management where required with a detailed rationale.</li>
<li>Have a strong understanding of how the accounts they work on fit into the broader Underwriting strategy.</li>
<li>Posses strong relationships and engage with distributors (agents brokers) during the Underwriting process, leading discussions around risk appetite and proactively seeking new business opportunities.</li>
<li>Anticipate customer needs and be able to handle and resolve the vast majority of queries from customers and brokers.</li>
<li>Support with the development of other Underwriters.</li>
<li>Should be proficient in Directors and Officers, Financial Institutions &amp; Professional Indemnity.</li>
<li>Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.</li>
<li>Negotiate solid terms &amp; conditions and where appropriate cross-sell other lines of business to increase the book of business.</li>
<li>Participate in Sales Team meeting as related to assigned brokers and / or territory.</li>
<li>Proactively engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date.</li>
<li>Serve as the subject matter expert and act as the key contact for assigned target accounts.</li>
<li>Measure exposure/analyze risk, initiate product development ideas and promote services to increase penetration.</li>
<li>Provide expertise on coverage issues with claims programs and guidelines.
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To be successful in the role, you will need:</div>
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<li>Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) to 10+ years of experience in related field</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of financial lines, legal and regulatory guidelines.</li>
<li>Strong negotiation and presentation skills.</li>
<li>Deep understanding of underwriting principles, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines</li>
<li>Ability to work in a team-based environment</li>
<li>Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div>Zurich Values</div>
</div><div><div>Collaborate Together</div><div>
Develop &amp; Grow</div><div>
Make it Happen</div><div>
Performance</div><div>
Problem Solving</div><div>
Puts Customers First</div></div></div></div><div><b>
Why Zurich</b></div><br>
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At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?</div>
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We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that&rsquo;s what makes our team so great!<br>
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.</div><br>
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<li>Location(s): ZIC DIFC, AE - Dubai</li>
<li>Remote working: Hybrid</li>
<li>Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time</li>
<li>Recruiter name: CI ME, HR Team</li>
<li>Closing Date: 24 Oct 2025</li></ul></div>

Senior Underwriter - Financial Lines

United States Citigroup

<p>Corporate Regional Markets and Public Sector (CRMPS) Underwriting is an integral part of the Institutional Credit Management ( ICM ) organization. Underwriting s mandate is to deliver best-in-class credit risk analysis, monitoring and credit administration as a partner to Wholesale Credit Risk and Banking s shared commitment to ensuring the safety and soundness of wholesale lending.</p>
<p>Staffers have dual responsibility of setting the direction for and leading the analysts while also acting as an Underwriter for a select number of relationships.</p>
<p>This role has responsibility for a portfolio of Corporates, Financials Institutions and Public Sector relationships in the Middle East and Central Asia. The role reports directly to the Underwriting Sub-Cluster Head for Middle East and Central Asia.</p>
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>
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 <li>Accountability for ensuring risk analysis of applicable portfolio is consistent with industry leading practices and conforms to all internal credit procedures/policies, and all related regulatory expectations</li>
 <li>Undertake account allocation to various underwriters and lead the workflow allocation on a dynamic basis to support timely support to transactions while meeting KPIs on extension rates, past due ratings and past due CCMs.</li>
 <li>For a select number or relationships, act as the Underwriter working closely with Banking, Product and Risk partners.</li>
 <li>Continuous engagement with applicable Banking and Independent Risk senior stakeholders in the region to so as to understand any concerns regarding execution of risk analysis and/or emerging risks which will need to be addressed by the team</li>
 <li>Execute Underwriting Head plans, strategy and objectives for Underwriting</li>
 <li>Engage in regular dialogue with Underwriters to obtain feedback on analysts and ensure ongoing and timely feedback is provided to analysts.</li>
 <li>Identifying and delivering on the training needs of the analysts.</li>
 <li>Coaching of analysts to sustain a strong credit culture and an unwavering commitment to excellence in analysis and execution</li>
 <li>Partnering with the sub-cluster head and the MEA Underwriting Head on internal projects, transformation / productivity initiatives as well as regulatory remediation efforts. Address and escalate emerging risk concerns and to share best practices</li>
 <li>Attract, develop and retain top quality staff including as regards active engagement with regional on-campus recruiting efforts to ensure a robust pipeline of talent</li>
 <li>Support Voice of Employee (VOE) initiatives</li>
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 <li>Demonstratable financial services experience, including 7-10 years of credit experience in Banking, Credit Risk Management or equivalent credit experience</li>
 <li>Deep knowledge of Wholesale Credit Processes and organizational awareness including Underwriting functions, covered portfolios, and processes</li>
 <li>Proficient understanding of policies and procedures with the ability to execute change seamlessly</li>
 <li>Demonstrating the skills aligned with Senior Credit Officer (SCO) designation</li>
 <li>Excellent and thorough knowledge of Citi s systems</li>
 <li>Significant experience in preparing presentations for seniors</li>
 <li>Outstanding awareness and adherence to the control environment</li>
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<p><strong>Skills/Competencies:</strong></p>
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 <li>Strategic orientation to ensure the Underwriting organization continues to be positioned as a thoughtful and proactive partner on driving best practices to support safety and soundness within ICM and Citi</li>
 <li>Recognized as a skillful manager with a track record of building high performing teams</li>
 <li>Proven culture carrier</li>
 <li>Powerful interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and exert influence with and without direct authority</li>
 <li>Solid organizational skills with ability and willingness to work under pressure and manages time and priorities effectively with little to no supervision</li>
 <li>Highly effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely to audiences of varying levels of seniority</li>
 <li>Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) skills</li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p>
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 <li>BA/BSc in Finance or Accounting or higher degree in Business (MBA), or any other related subject</li>
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ICM Underwriter and Staffer

Chubb Insurance

<div><p>Are you an ambitious Underwriter with property knowledge and passionate about working for the world&rsquo;s largest property &amp; casualty insurer in the world with excellent employee benefits and offices in 54 countries?
</p><p>If you are an Underwriter and are looking for a new challenge, then we would very much like to hear from you!
</p><p>This is a new and exciting opportunity to hold a core role in Chubb's underwriting team, based in Istanbul. This office forms part of the larger Eurasia &amp; Africa Region at Chubb. You will have responsibility for the growth and maintenance of the Fire, Terrorism and Engineering Portfolio&rsquo;s. You will proactively support, expand and bring enthusiasm to optimise our business, becoming part of an international specialist, with access to Chubb colleagues around the world.
</p><p>You can expect a diverse culture, based on collaboration that rewards performance!<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>To be an integral member of the team that delivers the overall strategy for sustainable and profitable growth (by acquisition of new business and organic growth on existing programmes) within Fire, Terrorism and Engineering lines of business for Turkey and to maximise cross-selling opportunities within the region.
</li><li>To represent and promote Chubb at all levels; to Brokers, Cedents, Clients and to all other internal and external stakeholders
</li><li>To develop market awareness, provide flexible strategies to support changing market dynamics and to deliver outstanding service at all times
</li><li>To establish and deliver strong and consistent operational performance in respect of procedures, processes and controls including adherence to all regulatory and compliance requirements
</li><li>To engage in and develop growth plans and improvement of profitability by reviewing the business operation and providing feedback to the Property and Tech. Lines Manager.</li></ul></div>
<br><div><p><b>Knowledge &amp; Experience:
</b></p><ul><li>Technical knowledge of Fire and Engineering class of business
</li><li>Willingness to continue to develop both technical and broader business skills
</li><li>Results driven with an ability to work on own initiative and deliver results
</li><li>A professional who is recognised by the market that exudes all qualities encouraged of a Chubb Underwriter
</li><li>Comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the insurance market and competitors.
</li><li>Proven experience of dealing with brokers and clients.
</li><li>Ability to make own decisions
</li>Fluent English essential.<br>
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</b></p><ul><li>Medical insurance
</li><li>Life insurance
</li><li>24/7 Employee Assistance Program
</li><li>24/7 Employee Health Portal
</li><li>Transport Allowance
</li><li>Pension Fund
</li><li>Lunch Card
</li>Employee Stock Purchase Scheme<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Integrity. Client focus. Respect. Excellence. Teamwork
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Our core values dictate how we live and work. We&rsquo;re an ethical and honest company that&rsquo;s wholly committed to its clients. A business that&rsquo;s engaged in mutual trust and respect for its employees and partners. A place where colleagues perform at the highest levels. And a working environment that&rsquo;s collaborative and supportive.
</p><p><b>Diversity &amp; Inclusion
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At Chubb we consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.</p></div><br><div></div>

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