Mumbai: SBI General Insurance, one of India's leading general insurers, has appointed Udayan Joshi as its Chief Technical and Claims Officer. In this role, Joshi will be instrumental in driving strategic underwriting and reinsurance initiatives to ensure sustainable profitability. He will also oversee the Claims function, aiming to deliver top-tier, hassle-free claim services to customers.
Joshi brings nearly two decades of extensive experience in the insurance industry, having held significant roles at Liberty General Insurance and ICICI Lombard.
His expertise spans various functions within the general insurance sector, including underwriting and pricing, claims management, reinsurance, operations, and customer experience.
Joshi holds a graduate degree in Commerce and is a qualified Chartered Accountant (ICAI) and Company Secretary (ICSI). Additionally, he has specialized in Insurance & Risk Management from ICAI, further highlighting his proficiency in the field.
Naveen Chandra Jha, MD & CEO of SBI General Insurance, commented, "We are delighted to welcome Mr. Udayan Joshi to the SBI General Insurance family. His extensive experience and proven track record in the insurance industry make him an invaluable addition to our leadership team.
We are confident that Joshi's expertise will greatly enhance our ability to provide exceptional insurance solutions and drive sustainable growth for the company."
Joshi said, "I'm excited to join SBI General Insurance as the Chief Technical & Claims Officer. I look forward to collaborating with the team to further enhance our technical capabilities and claims management processes, adding significant value to the lives of our customers and stakeholders."
Joshi's appointment comes at a crucial time as SBI General Insurance focuses on strengthening its technical and claims capabilities to better serve its customers and stakeholders.
