Underwriting Specialist (pa & Travel)

Kuala Lumpur, M14, MY, Malaysia

Job Description

Job Brief:



To assess and underwrite Personal Accident (PA) and Travel insurance applications in line with company guidelines. This role helps balance business growth and risk management, supports digital and partnership initiatives, and ensures smooth and compliant underwriting operations.





Job Responsibilities:



Evaluate and approve PA and Travel insurance applications according to the company's underwriting guidelines. Identify standard and non-standard risks, and recommend suitable terms or actions. Support sales and business teams with underwriting advice, queries, and referrals. Work with other departments to develop and improve underwriting processes and digital systems. Assist in reviewing product wordings and ensuring they meet company and regulatory requirements. Monitor portfolio performance and support actions to maintain healthy profitability and growth. Help test and implement new system features, rules, and product setups. Ensure all underwriting practices follow internal policies, reinsurance requirements, and regulatory standards (BNM, PIAM). Provide technical input and support training or knowledge sharing within the team.



Job Requirements:



Bachelor's Degree in Insurance, Business, or related field. 2-5 years of experience in underwriting (preferably in Personal Accident and/or Travel Insurance). Professional insurance qualification (ACII, ANZIIF, MII) is an added advantage. Good understanding of insurance principles, risk assessment, and policy wordings. Comfortable working with digital systems and data analysis tools (Excel, PowerPoint). Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Able to work independently and collaborate across teams.



Diversity & Inclusion Commitment


The Company is committed to providing equal employment to all individuals regardless of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.



We try make sure everyone has a fair chance to work with us, no matter where they're from or who they are. We believe having different kinds of people on our team makes us better and more creative. Our friendly environment is all about treating every person with respect and making sure everyone's ideas count. We want people from all all walks of life to apply and be part of our mission to create a place where everyone is welcome and valued.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1279104
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Kuala Lumpur, M14, MY, Malaysia
  • Education
    Not mentioned