Syahrizal Muhamad Salleh
Medical Underwriter
Kajang
Summary
Having worked in Operations - Underwriting for a General Insurance Company, key strengths gained such as adaptability, change readiness, and a strong work ethic, along with improved teamwork skills. As problem solver, stay focused on tasks, and efficiently complete is known forte. Looking for a dynamic, challenging role in an organization that allows for professional growth and continuous learning.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Manager Underwriter
Great Eastern General Insurance (Malaysia) Berhad
Kuala Lumpur
4 2012 - Current
- Supported business growth initiatives by providing insightful feedback on product offerings based on market trends and customer needs.
- Improved patient risk assessment accuracy by analyzing medical records and evaluating health histories.
- Collaborated with sales teams to provide accurate quotes, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on industry changes and adjusting underwriting guidelines accordingly.
- Contributed to development of underwriting guidelines by analyzing data from claims experience and industry research.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence
Senior Executive Underwriter
Overseas Assurance Corporation (Malaysia) Berhad
Kuala Lumpur
04.2010 - 03.2012
- Evaluated applications to determine insurance coverage and appropriate risk classifications.
- Underwrite and approve standard and substandard application of Individual and Group medical policies
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on industry changes and adjusting underwriting guidelines accordingly.
- Check documents and issue new business policies, renewal and endorsement which is within own authority limit
- Utilized knowledge of insurance principles, policies and procedures to make decisions on risk assessment.
Executive Underwriter
Overseas Assurance Corporation (Malaysia) Berhad
Kuala Lumpur
07.2006 - 03.2010
- Collaborated with sales teams to provide accurate quotes, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
- Evaluated applications for affordability and conformance with underwriting guidelines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Management Trainee
Overseas Assurance Corporation (Malaysia) Berhad
Kuala Lumpur
07.2005 - 06.2006
- Organized and submitted files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Acquired practical experience with various systems and engaged in learning about processes for deeper understanding
- Provided support in development of underwriting models to assess potential acquisition targets from technical perspective.
- Assisted supervisors in setting clear goals, establishing priorities, and monitoring progress to ensure successful completion of tasks
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science (Hons.)
National University of Malaysia (UKM)
Selangor 04.2001 -
Matriculation - Life Science
Malacca Matriculation College
Melaka 04.2001 -
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia -
SMK Seksyen 5, Wangsa Maju
Kuala Lumpur 04.2001 -
Skills
Organizational Skills
Insurance policy knowledge
Analytical Skills
Data Interpretation
Team Collaboration
Organizational Skills
Technical Proficiency
Accomplishments
- 2021 - 2022 Participated in the migration to a new core system.
- 2018 - Lead re-pricing of Easi Health Policy (Individual Product) and Easi HealthSME (Corporate)
- 2017 - Responsible for the development of the new product, Easimed Major, which is a deductible individual product.
- 2017 - Lead re-pricing of Easi HealthCare (Guaranteed Renewable Individual Product)
- 2008 - Lead in new product development Easi Health-SME (Group H&S)
- 2006 - Participated Project on Improvement of Telephone Cell Etiquette among Staff
Certification
2019 - Certified in Professional Certificate in General Insurance Underwriting (PCGIU)
Language Written & Spoken
Malay, English
Timeline
Senior Executive Underwriter
Overseas Assurance Corporation (Malaysia) Berhad
04.2010 - 03.2012
Executive Underwriter
Overseas Assurance Corporation (Malaysia) Berhad
07.2006 - 03.2010
Management Trainee
Overseas Assurance Corporation (Malaysia) Berhad
07.2005 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science (Hons.)
National University of Malaysia (UKM)
04.2001 -
Matriculation - Life Science
Malacca Matriculation College
04.2001 -
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia -
SMK Seksyen 5, Wangsa Maju
04.2001 -
Assistant Manager Underwriter
Great Eastern General Insurance (Malaysia) Berhad
4 2012 - Current