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As we continue to strengthen and scale our High Net Worth (HNW) underwriting franchise, we are focused on building a high‑performing, future‑ready underwriting capability aligned with our ambition to be a leading HNW player in the market. This growth trajectory requires strong technical expertise to support consistent, high‑quality risk assessment and disciplined decision‑making as volumes and case complexity increase.

 Key Responsibilities: 

• Underwrite new applications for High Net Worth Plans ensuring sound risk assessment and consistency in decision-making 
• Review, countersign, and provide technical guidance to junior underwriters to ensure quality and adherence to underwriting standards 
• Provide expert underwriting advice and support to financial planners via e-booking platforms, emails, phone calls, and New Business Underwriting (NBU) counter 
• Act as a key liaison between NBU and distribution channels, building strong and effective business relationships 
• Ensure all department KPIs and service standards (including TAT and quality benchmarks) are consistently achieved 
• Lead and conduct underwriting training sessions for distribution channels and internal stakeholders 
• Drive and participate in projects and initiatives, including: 

Reviewing and enhancing underwriting guidelines 

Streamlining processes to improve efficiency and customer experience 

• Take accountability in identifying business and regulatory compliance risks, and implement appropriate mitigation actions 

   

   

• Maintain strong awareness of industry trends, regulatory developments, emerging risks, and technological advancements to safeguard the business 

   

   

• Proactively highlight potential risks/issues and recommend best practices for effective risk management 

   

   

• Demonstrate strong ownership, accountability, and leadership in all underwriting and business activities

• Degree holder with >10 years of underwriting experience, including at least 2–3 years in High Net Worth (HNW) underwriting 
• Non-degree holders with significant relevant experience and/or professional underwriting certifications may be considered 
• Strong technical expertise in Life, Accident, CI, DI & Health underwriting, with sound judgment and decision-making capability 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex HNW cases and work effectively under pressure 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders 
• High level of integrity, strong sense of accountability, and a collaborative team-oriented mindset 
• Demonstrated initiative in driving improvements and adapting to change in a dynamic environment