
Margaret Waithira
@margaretwaithira1
Underwriter at Fidelity Shield Insurance Company, evaluating commercial and personal risks with 96%+ accuracy.
What I'm looking for
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
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.
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.
Management Trainee
Fidelity Shield Insurance Company
Oct 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year)
Managed client receipting, petty cash, cashbooks, and bank reconciliations, and prepared insurance quotations, policy documents, and endorsements. Coordinated claims registration and maintained underwriting records while responding to customer enquiries.
Management Accountant
Lahava Foods Company Limited
Aug 2013 - Feb 2014 (6 months)
Developed and maintained financial systems, policies, and internal controls. Prepared management reports, budgets, financial statements, and performance commentaries, and conducted financial administration and internal audit assignments.
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
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Ongoing Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.
London School of Insurance
Young Insurance Professional Programme, Insurance
Ongoing Young Insurance Professional Programme (YIPP).
Maseno University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration with Information Technology
Bachelor of Business Administration with Information Technology, specializing in Finance.
College of Insurance
Diploma in Insurance, Insurance
Diploma in Insurance, IIK Qualification.
ZEP-RE
Proficiency in Short Term Reinsurance Practice & Claims Management, Reinsurance
Proficiency in Short Term Reinsurance Practice & Claims Management (PSTRP).
KCA University
Certified Public Accountant, Accounting
Certified Public Accountant qualification.
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.
Personal Effectiveness Programme
Professional Training, Personal Development
Training in Emotional Intelligence, Personal Finance Management, and Personal Branding.
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