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Margaret Waithira

@margaretwaithira1

Underwriter at Fidelity Shield Insurance Company, evaluating commercial and personal risks with 96%+ accuracy.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking a Senior Underwriter or Insurance Operations role focused on sustainable business growth, compliance excellence, and exceptional client service.

At Fidelity Shield Insurance Company, I evaluate commercial and personal insurance risks, maintaining 96%+ underwriting accuracy and supporting profitable portfolio decisions.

I process new business applications and renewals, calculate premiums, issue policies, and manage policy servicing. I also review renewal portfolios, claims history, and account performance to identify underperforming risks and recommend pricing adjustments.

As an Assistant Underwriter at Fidelity Shield Insurance Company, I advised brokers and clients on coverage and renewal terms, and supported the DMVIC system migration, IMIDS risk verification, and QMS audit activities.

Earlier, I worked in underwriting at Takaful Insurance of Africa Limited and in financial administration at Lahava Foods Company Limited. I hold a Bachelor of Business Administration with Information Technology (Finance), a Diploma in Insurance, and am pursuing an MBA at Nexford University.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

FC
Current

Underwriter

Fidelity Shield Insurance Company

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 8 months)

Evaluated commercial and personal insurance risks, maintaining 96%+ underwriting accuracy and processing 210+ new business applications and renewals annually. Managed policy endorsements, coordinated with brokers and credit control teams, and analyzed renewal portfolios to improve portfolio quality and retention.

FC

Assistant Underwriter

Fidelity Shield Insurance Company

Nov 2015 - Dec 2020 (5 years 1 month)

Reviewed insurance applications and risk information, determined premium rates across motor, marine, and liability classes, and managed policy documents and renewals. Advised 120+ brokers and clients monthly, supported DMVIC system migration and QMS audits, and onboarded 13+ new staff.

TL

Underwriting Assistant

Takaful Insurance of Africa Limited

Apr 2013 - Aug 2013 (4 months)

Reviewed underwriting information to support accurate risk assessment and policy processing. Maintained underwriting documentation and prepared data analyses and reports to support underwriting decisions.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Nexford University logoNU

Nexford University

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Ongoing Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.

LI

London School of Insurance

Young Insurance Professional Programme, Insurance

Ongoing Young Insurance Professional Programme (YIPP).

Maseno University logoMU

Maseno University

Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration with Information Technology

Bachelor of Business Administration with Information Technology, specializing in Finance.

CI

College of Insurance

Diploma in Insurance, Insurance

Diploma in Insurance, IIK Qualification.

ZE

ZEP-RE

Proficiency in Short Term Reinsurance Practice & Claims Management, Reinsurance

Proficiency in Short Term Reinsurance Practice & Claims Management (PSTRP).

KCA University logoKU

KCA University

Certified Public Accountant, Accounting

Certified Public Accountant qualification.

CI

College of Insurance

Professional Training, Insurance

Training in Effective Customer Service Skills, Management Basic Skills, Liability Insurance Underwriting and Claims, Motor Insurance Underwriting and Claims, and Insurance Technical Skills.

PP

Personal Effectiveness Programme

Professional Training, Personal Development

Training in Emotional Intelligence, Personal Finance Management, and Personal Branding.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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