Unified underwriting and reinsurance policy in sister company, optimized business processes by 20%
Combined underwriting and reinsurance departments of two companies and streamlined process - one for two companies
Aligned department vision, goals and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results
Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing
Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover
Established personnel performance metrics to encourage efforts toward common goals.
Department Director (Underwriting Department)
JCS Centras Insurance
Almaty
03.2013 - 01.2018
Reached balance of portfolio of insurance risks (increased corporate clients from 45% to 70%; low-loss products from 32% to 50%)
Improved product line - introduced first on-line insurance product in Kazakhstan
Motivated, developed and promoted employees to take on new levels of responsibility within underwriting department
Expanded operations take on underwriting while increasing efficiency, employee satisfaction and profitability
Set scheduled, delegated assignments and monitored performance against goals
Developed, updated and implemented policies and procedures
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance
Directed training and retraining of employees to boost performance and enhance business results
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members
Supervised site investigations, reported issues and escalated those that required further assistance.
Department Deputy Director (Underwriting Department)
JCS Centras Insurance
Almaty
03.2012 - 03.2013
Contributed to short- and long-term strategic planning and identified potential new markets, lines of business and funding opportunities
Delivered data outcomes to internal and external staff to drive continuous improvement and client engagement
Negotiated and administered vendor contracts in strict compliance with corporate policy and procedures
Liaised between organization and affiliates and managed networking relationships with funders, partners and vendors
Improved coordination and communications across organization to increase operational efficiency in 30%
Directed underwriting program operations and future plans
Participated in risk assessment analysis for all new lines of business and for continuation of existing lines of business
Modernized operations with strategic process improvements
Determined agenda, developed plans and oversaw implementation of programs and updates
Analyzed impacts of regulatory changes on operations and developed mitigation plans
Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations
Networked with local and regional businesses to promote partnerships and drive growth
Kept operations responsive and agile with proactive troubleshooting and problem-solving of routine and complex concerns.
Department Deputy Director, Lead Underwriter
JCS Amanat Insurance
Almaty
01.2010 - 03.2012
Automated and approved underwriting business process
Monitored underwriting teams performance and provided mentoring to achieve personal and department production goals
Controlled loss by assessing risk, conducting system analysis and recommending policy solutions
Reviewed applications for insurance coverage and reports from loss control specialists to determine risks
Examined potential loss stemming from catastrophe, severity or frequency of possible loss
Analyzed credit, income, compliance, title documents and appraisals during underwriting process
Calculated group and individual renewal rates based on customers background, industry and demographic information
Updated product line (5 new products for property liability insurance) - sales growth by 24% annually
Supported review and acceptance or denial of new or renewal business
Met with customers, agents and brokers to negotiate coverage, price and service delivery
Coordinated with internal stakeholders to initiate marketing strategies and meet market penetration and business growth objectives
Identified audit risks, prepared budgets and coordinated with management and audit team in preparing related reports
Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability and profitability of business operations.
Lead Underwriter
JCS Insurance Company SAYA
Almaty
03.2010 - 08.2010
Supported review and acceptance or denial of new or renewal business
Controlled loss by assessing risk, conducting system analysis and recommending policy solutions
Reviewed applications for insurance coverage and reports from loss control specialists to determine risks
Identified portfolio risks resulting from client's underlying business practices, underwriting investigations or fraud exposure
Assisted Deputy Chairman of the board by calculating group and individual renewal rates based on customers' background, industry and demographic information
Researched and developed loss control support resources
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Head of Risk Assessment Department
JCS Insurance Company BTA Insurance
Almaty
01.2008 - 03.2010
Structured underwriting business process
Updated product line (Business plan for 3 insurance products) - sales growth by 30% annually
Balanced risk portfolio is 50/50 of low/high loss-making products and clients
Developed short-term goals and long-term strategic plans to improve risk control and mitigation
Advised senior managers on policy strategies for reducing liability and preventing losses
Reviewed contracts and agreements to identify potential risks and ideal mitigation strategies
Investigated allegations to check validity and recommend actions to minimize risk.
Insurance Underwriter
JCS Insurance Company BTA Insurance
Almaty
03.2006 - 01.2008
Assisted Lead Underwriters by calculating group and individual renewal rates based on customers' background, industry and demographic information
Examined potential loss stemming from catastrophe, severity or frequency of possible loss
Met with customers, agents and brokers to negotiate coverage, price and service delivery
Identified portfolio risks resulting from client's underlying business practices, underwriting investigations or fraud exposure
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Timeline
Managing Director, Chief Executive Underwriter
JCS Centras Insurance
01.2018 - 12.2020
Department Director (Underwriting Department)
JCS Centras Insurance
03.2013 - 01.2018
Department Deputy Director (Underwriting Department)