Underwriting Manager

Position Responsibilities:

• Ensure applications are underwritten up to conferred authority and as per the agreed Turn Around Time (TAT)

• Ensure that underwriting decisions comply with the company underwriting guideline

• Act as backup for other team members when needed

• Involve and perform User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and projects

• Handle enquiries within the agreed TAT

• Prepare reports and Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs)

• Other administrative duties and assigned duties as and when required by the Head of Department (HOD)

Required Qualifications:

• University degree is preferably in Science Biomedical Science or Nursing

• At least 8 years of underwriting experience in life insurance

• Excellent technical skills in risk selection while routinely identifies issues and begins implementing resolutions

• Communication skills; consistently communicates the vision direction and performance of the business with great impact

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with multiple product lines

• Data analytics and portfolio management experience is an added advantage
  

When you join our team:

• Experience in process improvement initiatives

• Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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