Underwriting Officer (Ref: UndwOfficer_HKONS-JDB) - Hong Kong

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We are seeking enthusiastic applicants for the following position in Hong Kong:

Underwriting Officer (Ref: UndwOfficer_HKONS-JDB) The incumbent will be responsible for performing risk selection work of life applications according to the Company underwriting guidelines, and to contribute to the smooth and speed process of the underwriting procedure. Handle daily enquiry from both internal and external customers.

Requirements:

Degree holder or above in related discipline
FLMI qualified preferred
2-3 years’ working experience in life insurance underwriting (with underwriting authority: substandard and SA USD350,000 preferred)
With minimum 1 year in the supervisory capacity
Ability to work independently and under pressure
Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills
Excellent PC skills, with good knowledge of application software including MS Office and Chinese word processing
Good oral and written communication skills in both English and Chinese

Aside from excellent career prospects, training opportunities, and competitive annual leave entitlement, successful candidates for a permanent position will be entitled to the following additional benefits:

Comprehensive medical coverage
Staff housing loan
Retirement benefit scheme

Please send in strict confidence, a detailed resume together with information on your current salary, expected salary and contact telephone number. Please quote the reference code on the envelope and send it to:

Human Resources Manager, HSBC Insurance (Asia) Limited, 18/F, Tower 1, HSBC Centre, 1 Sham Mong Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong. You may also fax your application to 2288 7330 or email it to INAHhr@hsbc.com.hk. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be notified.

Data held by HSBC Insurance (Asia) Limited relating to employment applications will remain confidential and be used only for job application purposes. Applications will be retained for a maximum period of one year and we may refer suitable applications for other vacancies within the organisation.