Senior Underwriter (UAE National) - Abu Dhabi

About the role

Intelligent Solutions is recruiting, through a partner organisation in the insurance sector, a Senior Underwriter (UAE National) based in Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on assessing and evaluating underwriting risks, reviewing policy applications and supporting sound underwriting decisions in line with internal guidelines, risk appetite and regulatory requirements. Depending on the candidate's background, the role may cover Medical or General Lines underwriting.

Key responsibilities

• Review and assess insurance applications, policy amendments, renewals and underwriting requests
• Evaluate risks in line with underwriting guidelines, internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Ensure accurate policy issuance, pricing considerations and risk classification
• Liaise with sales, operations and claims teams to support underwriting decisions
• Handle complex underwriting cases and provide technical input where required
• Contribute to process improvements and maintain efficient turnaround times
• Support documentation, reporting and adherence to underwriting governance standards

Required profile

• Emirati with Family Book (Emiratisation role, mandatory)
• Bachelor's degree in insurance, Business Administration, Finance, Healthcare or a related field (mandatory)
• Prior experience in Medical and/or General Lines underwriting is preferred

Required skills

• Strong understanding of underwriting principles, policy evaluation and risk assessment
• Good analytical skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, structured and regulated environment