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Manulife Underwriter in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Opportunity

Incumbent must be resourceful, independent and self-starter. He/She is accountable for the accuracy and timeliness on all related tasks in New Business Underwriting Department. Incumbent is expected to meet datelines and deliver the expected results. Any error or delay in processing will impact company reputation and service standard.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure applications are underwritten up to conferred authority and as per the agreed TAT

  • Ensure that underwriting decisions comply with the company underwriting guideline

  • Act as backup for other team members when needed

  • Counter signing applications which are referred by junior underwriters.

  • Involve and perform UAT and projects

  • Handle enquiries within the agreed TAT

  • Prepare reports and SOPs

  • Other administrative duties and assigned duties as and when required by the HOD

What motivates you?

  • You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.

  • You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.

  • You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.

  • You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters.

  • You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.

  • You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.

What we are looking for

  • Degree holder in Science, Biomedical Science, Nursing and at least 2 years of related working experience.

  • Able to work long hours, public holidays and weekends as required

  • Familiarity with working with AS400 systems and Microsoft Office.

  • Understanding in underwriting of life insurance products and awareness in regulations change.

  • Multitasking in underwriting and other tasks that may have tight datelines and ensure completion of the projects.

  • Require working during weekends or public holidays especially during month ends or campaign period closings to ensure submissions are processed promptly.

What can we offer you?

  • A competitive salary and benefits packages.

  • A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.

  • A focus on growing your career path with us.

  • Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.

  • Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

  • Values-first cultureWe lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.

  • Boundless opportunityWe create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.

  • Continuous innovationWe invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.

  • Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and InclusionWe foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.

  • Championing Corporate CitizenshipWe build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html .

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com .

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

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