The Position: Reporting to the Underwriting & Claims Manager, the role holder will be responsible for maintaining daily operations of the team and preparing analysis / reports of the Underwriting function.

Key Responsibilities
Management of day to day Corporate, SME and retail underwriting.
Ensure strict adherence to set guidelines and TAT on Business placement, policy issuance and risk management recommendations by Underwriters, Clients, Branch Insurance teams and other third party providers.
Ensure timely submission of policy documents and other insurance covers to Branch network and Clients.
Ensuring premium is collected as per the laid down procedures on all business underwritten and placed with Underwriters.
Handle Customer enquiries and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders.
Provide technical guidance and underwriting support to Branch network Insurance Teams
Regularly review the underwriting processes and offer recommendations on necessary measures to improve efficiency.
Keep management updated on any developments in the Underwriting market that impact the Business.
Preparing analysis and reports as required.

Qualifications and Requirements
A Business related university degree from a recognized institution
AIIK Diploma or ACI Diploma (or at minimum of 5 Credits) is required.
At least 5 years’ experience in Underwriting (motor and non-motor) preferably within an Insurance underwriting house or a large Insurance Intermediary firm.
Experience in Bancassurance is preferred.
Good planning and organizational skills with the ability to work independently to meet strict deadlines
Strong customer service orientation.
Excellent Underwriting documentation and Broker management skills required.
Great communication and report writing skills.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with an ability to develop working relationships with a wide range of internal and external partners.
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft office and insurance related systems.

The above positions are demanding roles which the Bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by Aug. 7, 2015.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.