Ulviya Abdiyeva
Name: Ulviya Abdiyeva
Designation: Head of Strategic Clients and International Brokers Relations Department, Ateshgah Insurance Company, Azerbaijan
Qualifications: Cert CII
One of the reasons that Ulviya Abdiyeva chose to attain the CII Certificate was that she wanted to strengthen her professional expertise and align her knowledge with international standards. She explains, “Working closely with global brokers and clients requires a deep understanding of insurance principles and ethical best practices — and this qualification provided exactly that.”
Her role at Ateshgah Insurance Company, one of Azerbaijan’s most prominent insurance companies, and a CII International Professional Partner Firm (IPPF) involves her managing relationships with strategic clients and international brokers, ensuring effective communication, trust, and mutually beneficial cooperation. She stresses how the qualification has enhanced her confidence and credibility when working with international partners and how it has made a major contribution to her professional development ambitions.
She adds: “I believe that working for and attaining the Certificate represents a significant milestone in my professional journey and has provided a foundation on which I can further strengthen my knowledge and ability by committing to further learning and attainment. I found the learning process both structured and flexible, allowing me to study at my own pace while balancing a busy work schedule. The materials were practical, comprehensive, and directly applicable to real-life insurance operations.”
Ulviya would heartily recommend the qualification to others, enthusing: “For anyone seeking to advance their career in insurance the Cert CII not only builds knowledge but also fosters a global professional mindset and commitment to excellence.”