Insurance Assistant Underwriter
About Al-Futtaim
Established in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim is one of the most diversified and progressive privately held regional businesses, headquartered in Dubai. Operating across more than 20 countries, the group spans automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and health. With more than 40,000 employees, Al-Futtaim represents over 200 of the world’s most recognised brands, including Toyota, Lexus, IKEA, ACE, and Marks & Spencer. Driven by its purpose to enrich lives and elevate communities, Al-Futtaim focuses on digital innovation, AI, sustainable growth, and strategic partnerships, creating long-term value for customers, communities, and partners while building a responsible legacy for future generations.
Job description
The successful candidates will be responsible to organise, analyse statistical data, and maintain systematic computerized records related to premiums, which will ensure efficient control on the underwriting of the company’s business.
What you will do
Manage the existing renewal book, with review of accounts well in advance of renewal dates to ensure the profitability of the book
Handle day-to-day underwriting functions in a prompt manner by adhering to the prescribed guidelines and procedures
Monitor the progress of risk management of the clients and arrange periodic risk surveys
Scrutinize new submissions received and analyse the risk in line with underwriting guidelines in support of underwriting decisions
Work closely with different business channels in securing new businesses as well as retention of existing portfolios
Assist in the preparation of management reports, premium and claims statistics, in order to facilitate management’s review and decision-making actions
Provide the highest standard of customer experience to all business partners
Required skills to be successful
Attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Good organizational skills
Good skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Outlook, and internet applications
Proactive and self-motivated
Time management and focused delivery of deadlines
Ability to perform under pressure
What equips you for the role
Holding a relevant university degree or general insurance qualification
Having over 5 years of work experience in the field of insurance handling similar job responsibilities
Experience and sound technical knowledge in handling insurance
Ability to prioritize workload in meeting deadlines and agreed turnaround times
About Orient Insurance PJSC
Orient Insurance Company commenced operations in 1982 as a part of the reputed Al-Futtaim Group and has since recorded progressively steady growth. The company is counted among the leaders in the UAE insurance market. Orient Insurance Company has a paid-up capital of AED 500 million, which is the highest in the insurance industry in the UAE. With its head office in Dubai, the company serves its clientele through an extensive branch network across the region.