Finance Manager

Our client, one of East Africa’s Insurance Brokerages built upon a clear understanding of the fundamental need of Kenyans, from all walks of life, to have financial protection and investment opportunities is looking to fill the position of a Finance Manager  for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate MUST have a solid background in management working in banking, investment or insurance industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee preparation journal entries.
• Complete general ledger operations.
• Monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Reconcile and maintain all balance sheet accounts.
• Draw up monthly financial reports.
• Prepare analysis of accounts as requested.
• Administer accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Ensure all premium and commission reconciliations completed monthly.
• Preparing budgets and forecasts and tax returns.
• Review and process expense reports.
• Preparation and coordination of the audit process.
• Implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures.

Qualification:

• Minimum 5 years’ work experience in accounting or finance department.
• Must have undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent.
• Must be a CPA (K).
• Must have a minimum of 4 years’ in management with direct reports.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software tools, including Quick-books and Spread Sheets.
• Ability to understand and apply current accounting guidelines.
• Ability to conduct system and policy updates.
• Must have an entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative nature.
• Ability and drive to work independently and solution oriented.
• Ability to determine work priorities, make decisions and take appropriate actions.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work area.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 230,000 - 250,000/= (Approx. 2,300 – 2,500 USD) depending on skills and experience
    
Deadline: 25th November 2016  
        
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2eqhmVx 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Claims Officer.

Our clients, a fast growing Company that offers affordable insurance and mobile health service for low income facilities is seeking to recruit a Claims Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for the control, direction and supervision of the insurance business for the Company.

Key Responsibilities;

• Analyzing claims and deciding whether it is covered by the policy.
• Making recommendations for the settlement of claims.
• Informing clients if claims are accepted and how they will be allocated.
• Organizing payments to clients
• Making sure all enquiries and payments are dealt with promptly.
• Updating clients files.
• Recording payments made and received

Qualifications;

• Bachelor degree in a related field.
• Must have COP or CII qualifications.
• Must have over 5 years work experience in insurance.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 100,000 - 150,000/= (Approx. 1,000 – 1,500 USD) depending on experience and qualifications.

Deadline: 15th November 2016    
      
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2emT78J

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Insurance Sales Manager – Short Term

Our client, an Insurance Brokerage Company is looking to fill the position of a Insurance Sales Manager – Short Term for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate MUST to have a good understanding of the short term insurance industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• With the assistance of the operations manager administer the brokerage network in the region.
• Participate in the recruitment, training and management of sales staff across the region.
• Responsible for building a team to achieve set targets
• Prospect for potential new clients and turn this into increased business.
• Identify potential clients, and the decision makers within groups, sacco’s, companies and individuals.
• Present new products and services and enhance existing relationships.
• Continuously look for ways to develop new services, products, and distribution channels
• Identify opportunities for campaigns and distribution channels that will lead to increased sales.
• Will forecast sales targets and ensure they are met by the team.

Qualification:

• Business degrees with focus on accounting or finance; business management, economics.
• Mush have a Certificate of Proficiency (COP) from the College of Insurance
• 5 years’ experience in the insurance industry with extensive knowledge of marketing issues.
• Good working knowledge of financial and insurance products.
• Sound knowledge of the Insurance products and services and IRA regulations;
• Highly networked and adapt at connecting with people
• Experience in sales and marketing is added advantage
• Good management ability with capacity to grow, support and develop talent within company.
• Demonstrable business acumen and excellent communication, social and presentation skills.
• Minimum Age – 25 years.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 100,000 /= (Approx. 1,000 USD) Plus generous bonus & commission structure

Deadline: 20th October 2016     
     
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2cBopdc  

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Accountant

Our client, one of East Africa’s Insurance Brokerages built upon a clear understanding of the fundamental need of Kenyans, from all walks of life, to have financial protection and investment opportunities is looking to fill the position of an Accountant for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate MUST have advanced proficiency in accounting software tools, including Quick-books and Spread Sheets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Post financial data to appropriate accounts in an automated accounting system.
• Enter, update, and /or retrieve accounting data from automated systems.
• Verify accounting journals and ledgers and other financial records.
• Submit relevant withholding and VAT payments to Kenya Revenue Authority..
• Monitor customer accounts for non-payment and delayed payments.
• Assist in month end reporting procedures.
• Prepare and process employee expense reports.
• Design, prepare, and maintain accounting and finance Spread Sheets.
• Review new procedures, manuals, and system enhancements and suggest revisions.

Qualification:

• Minimum 5 years’ work experience in accounting or finance department.
• Must have undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent.
• Must be a CPA (K).
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software tools, including Quick-books and Spread Sheets.
• Ability to understand and apply current accounting guidelines.
• Ability to conduct system and policy updates.
• Must have an entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative nature.
• Ability and drive to work independently and solution oriented.
• Ability to determine work priorities, make decisions and take appropriate actions.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work area.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Preferred Age 28- 35 Years. 

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 100,000 - 150,000/= (Approx. 1,000 – 1,500 USD) depending on skills and experience  
  
Deadline: 10th October 2016     
     
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2cAuILZ

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Operations & General Manager – Lagos, Nigeria

Are you looking for your next great challenge, look no further? Our Client a dynamic IT Software Solution and Service Provider to the insurance and financial sector based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a General Manager for their Nigeria office. The ideal candidate MUST be young with 5 years working experience and be willing to relocate to Nigeria. 

Key Responsibilities;

• Provide leadership and vision of the Company by assisting with the development and implementation of annual plans.
• Developing annual budgets that support operating plans.
• Ensure attainment of sales and revenue objectives and overall profitability of the division.
• Recruitment and contracting of company and project staff.
• Work with marketing to develop marketing strategy and support in marketing activities.

Qualification;

• Degree in a relevant discipline, preferably augmented with an MBA.
• Must have 5 years working experience.
• Must have experience in leading professional organizations.
• Must have experience with initiating and leading improvement programs, developing, implementing strategic plans and overseeing change.
• Must have experience with project management, overseeing consultants and contractors.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 400,000 - 450,000/= (Approx. 4,000 - 4,500 USD) depending on experience

Deadline: 31st March 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1Q4lJy8

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavor to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

**** For any inquiry, please visit our website: www.summitrecruitment-search.com****

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General Manager - Nigeria

Our client, an IT Software Solution and Service provider to the Insurance and Financial sector based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a General Manager for their Nigeria office. The ideal candidate MUST have solid managerial background, with good knowledge of strategic and financial planning, management information systems, project management and be willing to relocate to Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities;

• Provide leadership and vision the Company by assisting with the development and implementation of annual plans.
• Developing annual budgets that support operating plans.
• Ensure attainment of sales and revenue objectives and overall profitability of the division.
• Ensure attainment of sales and revenue objectives and overall profitability of the division.
• Work with marketing to develop marketing strategy and support in marketing activities.

Qualification;

• Degree in a relevant discipline preferably augmented with an MBA.
• Must have at least 5 years of general management experience.
• Must have experience in leading professional organizations.
• Must have experience with initiating and leading improvement programmes, developing implementing strategic plans and overseeing change.
• Must have experience with project management, overseeing consultants and contractors.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.400,000 - 450,000/= (Approx. 4,000 - 4,500 USD) depending on experience

Deadline: 31st January 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1IpstZy

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be consider for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

****Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job****

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General Manager - Lagos, Nigeria

Our client, an IT Software Solution and Service Provider to the Insurance and Financial sector based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a General Manager for their Nigeria office. The ideal candidate MUST have solid managerial background, with good knowledge of strategic and financial planning, management information systems, project management and be willing to relocate to Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities;

• Provide leadership and vision the Company by assisting with the development and implementation of annual plans.
• Developing annual budgets that support operating plans.
• Ensure attainment of sales and revenue objectives and overall profitability of the division.
• Ensure attainment of sales and revenue objectives and overall profitability of the division.
• Work with marketing to develop marketing strategy and support in marketing activities.

Qualification;

• Degree in a relevant discipline preferably augmented with an MBA.
• Must have at least 5 years of general management experience.
• Must have experience in leading professional organizations.
• Must have experience with initiating and leading improvement programmes, developing implementing strategic plans and overseeing change.
• Must have experience with project management, overseeing consultants and contractors.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.400,000 - 450,000/= (Approx. 4,000 - 4,500 USD) depending on experience

Deadline: 31st January 2016

Applications:
To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1IpstZy

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be consider for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

****Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job****

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Senior Associate

A dynamic mid -sized Company based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a Senior Associate. The successful candidate MUST be at least 30 years of age and above.  He /she must have a minimum of 7 years experience in corporate, preferably banking, insurance  or in a law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and ensure efficient and effective management of resources in the Legal department.
• Provide legal protection and risk management advice to management especially on contract management.
• Progress of outstanding litigation and liaise with external advocates.
• Follow up with respective banks/parties for settlement of claims.
• Run the affairs of the company secretarial arm of the company.

Qualifications:

• Must be 30 years and above.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Law and a diploma from KSL.
• Candidates with a CPS qualification will have an added advantage.
• Must be an advocate of the High Court.
• Must be a certified public secretary.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 250,000 - 270,000/= (Approx. 2,500 - 2,700 USD)depending on experience

Deadline:  31st October 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1jLV4Nt  

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants but unfortunately high volumes  of applications makes this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successfully on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be consider for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

****Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job****

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Executive Personal Assistant

This international insurance company require a PA to the Executive team. Based in Muthaiga, Nairobi they must be able to carry out a wide variety of administration tasks.  They must be intelligent, confident, highly articulate and very presentable. Excellent command of both spoken and written English required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administration duties to a team of 3-5 insurance executives.
• Communicate confidently with corporate and personal clients.
• Total precision with copy and audio typing at high speed.
• Organise, prioritise and focus on key tasks.
• Manage time and conflicting priorities between different executives.

Qualifications:

• 3-4 years Experience as a PA
• Insurance experience
• Must have audio & copy typing with high speed.
• Good standard education, literacy and numeracy.
• IT literate MS office and others


Monthly gross salary: Ksh.80,000 -  100,000/= (Approx.840-1000 USD)depending on experince & qualification
Deadline: 20th May 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://www.summitrecruitment-kenya.com/summitre/index.php/job/jobad/view/id/118


Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

****Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job****

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Senior Insurance Broker

Experienced Broker needed for an International Insurance company in Nairobi. The successful candidate MUST have at least 5 years broker experience and a great command of written and verbal English. They will be working closely with the General Manager in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deputise for the General Manager Broking (GMB).
• Responsible for driving the General Insurance (GI) Team.
• Ensure that the structure, systems and operation of the GI team are of high performance.
• Support the GI team’s relationships with key suppliers and customers.

Qualification:

• Articulate.
• Professional.
• Very hard working.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Forward thinking.
• Excellent communicator.
• Full knowledge of local insurances and markets.
• Ability to run a small team of Brokers and produce regular detailed reports to Management.


Monthly gross salary: Ksh 300,000 (Approx. 3,300USD)depending on experience & qualification

Deadline: 25th May 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1bgNl4Y 

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

****Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job****

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Senior Insurance Broker

Our client, an International Insurance company in Nairobi are looking for a Senior Insurance Broker. The successful candidate must have at least 5 years broker experience and a great command of written and verbal English. They will be working closely with the General Manager in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deputise for the General Manager Broking (GMB).
• Taking responsibility for driving the General Insurance (GI) Team in the GMB absence and delivering results.
• Help the GMB to ensure that the structure, systems, operations and culture of the GI team are used to deliver a consistently high level of performance.
• Support the GI team’s relationships with key suppliers, customers and other stakeholders through clear communication and effective service delivery.

Qualifications/skills:

• Must have a minimum education of degree level.
• Must have a minimum of 4-5 years’ experience in insurance broking.
• Have excellent English communication skills both written and spoken.
• Must have excellent computer knowledge.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Strong professional disposition with excellent interpersonal skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.250,000 -  300,000/= (Approx. 2,700USD – 3,300USD)depending on experience

Deadline: 30th March 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link; http://bit.ly/1xmiLle

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

****Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job****

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Various Vacancies at Liberty Life (Jobs in Kenya, February 2015)

We are a leading insurance services company affiliated to Liberty Group, a wealth management company represented in 14 African countries. We use our knowledge and action to guide our customers on their journey to financial freedom. We believe in responding to the changing consumer and market needs through innovative solutions and technologically efficient processes.To help us advance this goal, we are seeking talented, self motivated and skilled individuals of high personal integrity to fill the following positions:

Officer – Policy Holders Benefit

 

Job Location: Liberty Life Offices Nairobi

 

Department: Life Operations

 

Key Objective of the Job: To diligently assess, process, check and present for approval all claims received within the PHB to ensure appropriate decision is taken in line with company policies and procedures and agreed SLAs.

Job Summary 

• Accurately process all scheduled payments within the due dates and set SLAs.
• To assess and expeditiously process death and disability claims within agreed timelines.
• Clear suspense account and liaise with other stakeholders in effecting stoppages of remittances on affected policies.
• Address all customer queries relating to claims and escalate where necessary to ensure timely resolution.
• Reconcile claim accounts and prepare reports
• Ensure completeness in documentation of all claims and all requests or call for additional information to facilitate faster review of claims
• Process all last expense related claims within agreed timelines.
• To ensure claims adjudication process is carried out within agreed guidelines and ensure only genuine claims are paid.

Education

• Bachelors degree in business related degree
• Some progress in Insurance qualification

Experience

• 1 years' experience in a life company.

Job Related Knowledge

• Understanding of Claims requirements
• Insurance industry knowledge (Basic)
• Life Insurance product knowledge
• Underwriting knowledge (Basic)
• Computer Skills (MS Excel & Word, Power-point)

Technical Job Related Skills

• Administration skills, Analytical Skills and Service Delivery.

Group Life Officer

 

Job Location: Liberty Life Offices Nairobi

 

Department: Group Life

 

Key Objective of the Job: To execute the required schemes administration / servicing and financial processes of all related insurance, risk, data requirements relevant to our Group Life business and to provide high service levels to clients.

Job Summary

• To provide medical analysis critical for decision making towards underwriting acceptance terms in line with Company underwriting policies, procedures and guidelines by assessing the medical reports and computing results for appropriate premium rating
• To liaise with doctors/clinics in our panel and lead reinsurers for risk assessment and rating of substandard lives.
• To ensure a culture of effective and efficient service delivery to customers within Group Life team to ensure customer retention and satisfaction.
• To provide technical support to Group Life Schemes distribution channels to enhance business acquisitions to meet organizational growth objectives.
• To implement internal audit findings and recommendations to ensure compliance with relevant rules and regulations.
• To maintain clients data and records securely and confidentially for ease of accessibility and reference as appropriate
• To implement the credit control policy within Group Life Schemes to ensure revenue collection.
• To effectively improve the risk exposure to deliver greater shareholder value within set limits
• To maintain and promote effective internal and external stakeholder relationships
• To provide relevant and accurate management information to all relevant stakeholders in order to support business growth objectives
• To remain abreast of industry trends and initiatives to improve organisational effectiveness

Education

• Bachelor degree in a Business related field)
• Progress in ACII/ FCII, AIIK/FIIK/ FLMI will be advantage (desirable)

Experience

• Minimum 1 year in a Life Business (Basic knowledge in Group Life Business)

Job Knowledge

• Knowledge of broker distribution channels
• Knowledge of Insurance products
• Knowledge of Insurance Act and other legislation relevant to insurance
• Knowledge of Group Life systems (Everest, SAP, Sun)
• Process understanding (Moderate: Group Life Processes)
• Risk Awareness (Intermediate: Reputational, Operational, Fraud, Financial)
• Basic understanding of the practise of long term insurance
• Knowledge of medical and financial underwriting

Job Knowledge

• Good understanding of insurance products
• Good understanding of the operating systems (SDT and Service Desk)

Essential Technical Job Related Skills:

• Administration Support
• Customer Liaison
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Risk Awareness
• Written communication

Deputy Manager - Underwriting

 

Job Location: Liberty life offices Nairobi

 

Department: Life Operations

 

Key Objective of the Job: To effectively assess the risks in line with approved underwriting guidelines for purposes of ensuring a profitable book.

Job Summary

• To effectively assess all risks within one's underwriting authority as determined by the underwriting guidelines.
• To drive the effective implementations of the current practices for alignment to the risk controls of underwriting and, where necessary, take corrective actions.
• To Review all applications for life insurance –determine the profiles of risks presented to the company for insurance and assess their acceptability or otherwise
• To ensure timeous processing of new business applications in line with agreed service level agreements
• To prepare reports to management to new business production to guide decision making To engage with the market and other relevant stakeholders on the technical aspects of underwriting to best manage their expectations.
• To keep abreast of trends and changes in the Life industry to ensure that the Company’s underwriting practices are relevant and competitive.
• To mentor and develop staff in the department to ensure continual transfer of skills while ensuring competent performance and availability of skilled work pool.

Education

• Degree in Insurance or a Business Related field
• Qualification in ACII or LOMA

Experience

• Minimum 4 years in underwriting with at least 2 years in supervisory or managerial capacity

Job Related Knowledge

• Risk processes and procedures (claims and underwriting)
• Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management practices
• Knowledge of the business drivers and its impact on the protective value of underwriting
• Customer Service Management processes and procedures
• Knowledge of legal and compliance framework and regulatory bodies
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements
• Computer Skills (MS Excel & Word, Power-point)

Technical Job Related Skills

• Insurance process skills, 
• Risk Management /awareness skills , 
• Business management skills and 
• Knowledge of Insurance law.

Agency Administrative Officer – Kitui and Nanyuki Offices

 

Job Location: Liberty life offices in Kitui County and Nanyuki County

 

Department: Sales and Distribution

 

Key Objective of the Job: To coordinate and provide business support to the Agency Manager, agents and customers, ensuring smooth link of agency offices to Head Office.

Job Summary

• To pre underwrite new business and capture new policy proposals as per the requirements and standards of the Company.
• To coordinate the branch activities
• To assist the agency manager with monitoring branch performance.
• To collate branch management information from different sources to monitor branch performance.
• To provide administration support to agents and agency managers by ensuring quality checks of new business to minimise risk
• To Provide customer service support to clients as per requests submitted, via phone calls, emails from agents, or from walk-in clients to ensure business retention
• To follow up on lodgements to ensure new business conversion for the branch.
• To provide administrative support to the branch all round by ensuring neat and conducive work environment and ensure safety of Company property, as well as proper use of office stationary

Academic and Professional Qualification

• University degree in a business related field
• Office administration certification is an advantage

Experience

• Minimum 1 year administration experience in a financial service industry

Job Knowledge

• Good understanding of insurance products
• Good understanding of the operating systems (SDT and Service Desk)

Essential Technical job Related Skills:

• Administration Support
• Customer Liaison
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Risk Awareness
• Written communication

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements of the above positions please send an email application together with detailed and updated CV and contacts of three professional references to hr@libertylife.co.ke by 27 Feb 2015.

Please remember to include the job title for the position you are interested in on the Subject matter.

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Branch Underwriter (Jobs in Kenya, February 2015)

Title: Branch Underwriter (Jobs in Kenya, February 2015)

Resolution Insurance Company Ltd is a general insurer offering innovative and responsive insurance solutions. 

We have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop comprehensive products that are relevant to our clients. 

We currently have over 60,000 members in our fold and have partnered with over 500 medical service providers across East Africa; a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors.

In pursuit of our ambitious growth plan, we are looking to fill the position below in our Sales Regional Branches in Nakuru, Thika, Nyeri, Eldoret, Kisii, Kisumu and Mombasa.

Branch Underwriter
 

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Branch Manager, the job holder’s role will be primarily responsible for underwriting, Claims and administration function of the Branch.
 

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Maintaining effective business relationships in the respective branch and head office
• Approving specified documents within agreed and set authority limits.
• Prepare quotations as per authority matrix.
• Assist agents on outstanding underwriting and claims issues whilst responding to customers queries and complaints.
• Custodian of security underwriting documents e.g Motor certificates
• Assist in facilitating training at the branch.
• Facilitate presentations to customers.
• Conduct Risk surveys for small risks as per authority matrix.
• Receive and analyze all claims documents and forward to head office for processing.
• Manage the front office by answering incoming calls, replying to general correspondence and dealing with enquiries.
• Monitor and oversee to the general cleanliness of the office.
• Coordinate meetings and functions for the branch.
• Procurement and proper management of office supplies and assets.
• Manage the banking, receipting and management of petty cash.
• Maintain records at branch level.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skill and Ability
 

Knowledge & Experience Required
 

Essential

• Diploma in a business related field.
• At least 2 years relevant experience.
• Diploma in insurance.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office with excellent skills in Excel.

Desirable

• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills

If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever growing brand, kindly make your application through our CAREERS page on http://www.resolution.co.ke by COB, Friday 20th February 2015

Ensure that you quote the position in the email subject. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

*Residents of Nakuru, Thika, Nyeri, Eldoret, Kisii, Mombasa and Kisumu are highly encouraged to apply.

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