Casualty Underwriter

About the Role

The role holder markets and underwrites profitable Casualty business, in accordance with the local and divisional strategies and marketing plans.

Main Responsibilities:

Meets or exceeds financial objectives

Independently and proactively executes business development and marketing initiatives with brokers and corporate clients

Identifies and pursues target accounts and market segments to drive profitable growth

Grows the business in the target segments focusing on medium to large corporate accounts; SME experience as a foundation would also be considered relevant

Proactively manages renewal portfolio and increases share of wallet on existing business and cross sells solutions

Collaborates closely with Finpro, Property and Specialty colleagues to deliver integrated solutions and maximise business opportunities

Undertakes additional responsibilities and projects in support of the team and organisational objectives

Maintains a strong market presence

Accurately reports progress against business plan in accordance with the Swiss Re Corporate Solutions' reporting framework and on an ad-hoc basis as needed

Accountabilities & Major Functions:

Underwrites and executes profitable Casualty business

Maintains a high level of technical expertise and leverages this knowledge to grow the portfolio profitably

Provides timely, professional and responsive service to brokers and clients

Ensures all underwriting is in line with underwriting authorities and corporate governance rules

Collaborates with teams in development and execution of business strategies

Good team player, while being self directed

Pro-actively implements own strategies and marketing initiatives aligned with regional plans

Develops and strengthens broker and client relationships to maximise business opportunities and long term partnerships

Ensures the integrity and accuracy of data in in the relevant information, pricing and analysis systems

Manages the timely and accurate preparation of documentation

Produces accurate figures for quarterly projections and other portfolio reporting functions

Manages expenses in line with agreed budgets and business expectations

About You

At least 5 years experience in underwriting Casualty lines

Strong understanding of market dynamics, competitors and distribution channels

Sound knowledge of other commercial insurance classes and / or of reinsurance products would be an asset

Proven ability to develop and implement underwriting solutions

Demonstrated ability to deliver on growth targets

Strong broker and client relationship management abilities

Commercially minded with a strong business development orientation

Ability to develop and maintain profitable long-term client relationships

Strong negotiation and decision-making skills

A good balance between underwriting, relationship management and business development capabilities

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels

Well organised with disciplined time management skills

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team

High level of digital proficiency

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Insurance, Reinsurance and/or relevant industry work experience

Relevant degree level qualifications or higher will be advantageous

Experience working in SEA, HK and/or China markets would be an asset.