Senior Underwriting Manager (Commercial Lines) - Toa Payoh

Job Description:

This role will be responsible for managing a team, evaluating complex risks, and developing strategies that align with the company’s business goals.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee underwriting for a range of commercial insurance products including property, casualty, liability, and specialty lines.
• Evaluate complex risk submissions, determine appropriate coverage terms, and make sound pricing decisions.
• Develop and maintain underwriting guidelines, risk appetite statements, and approval authorities.
• Lead and mentor a team of underwriters, ensuring consistent underwriting practices and high performance.
• Provide technical guidance and support for complex or escalated cases.
• Conduct regular training sessions and performance reviews to build underwriting capability.
• Monitor portfolio performance metrics including loss ratios, profitability, and growth trends.
• Collaborate with actuarial, claims, and risk management teams to refine product strategies and risk models.
• Work closely with distribution and business development teams to expand market presence and broker relationships.
• Ensure underwriting operations comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Participate in audits, governance reviews, and reporting to senior leadership.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or related field; professional certifications (e.g., ACII, CPCU) are an advantage.
• At least 10 years of experience in commercial underwriting, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge across various commercial insurance products.
• Demonstrated success in portfolio management, underwriting strategy, and team leadership.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate cross-functionally.

EA Licence No: 23S1615