Senior Underwriter – Property Insurance – Zurich (M/F)
Our client is part of a leading international organization in its field. Its Swiss headquarters is located in Bern.
The working environment is supportive, with very low turnover. Many employees build their entire careers with the company because of the opportunities for growth.
We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Underwriter specialized in Property to join their team.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Promote and market our client's products and loss prevention engineering services to a network of broker producers to sustain a steady stream of desirable new business opportunities and a stable portfolio of existing customers.
- Research and recommend the appointment of new brokers and establish multiple business contacts within broker firms to maximize opportunities and maintain long term relationships.
- Develop/maintain and grow a profitable book of business
- Provide excellent and responsive service to our broker and customer base that clearly leverages our strengths as a competitive differential in the marketplace.
Your Profile:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or finance, Insurance or risk management certification desirable.
- Minimum 5 years underwriting experience within the industry (insurance or brokerage) with exposure to commercial property accounts of varying occupancies and sizes. An engineering background would be a plus.
- Understanding of risk identification and assessment, property insurance coverage, forms, financial statements, and business computer applications.
- Details oriented, with excellent time management, planning, organization, and analytical skills.
- Business oriented with sales/negotiation skills, and problem solving and decision-making mindset.
- Pro-active, resilient, motivated, and perseverant.
- Good team player and able at the same time to work autonomously demonstrating excellent judgment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbally and in writing) in English + German and, if possible French and Italian.
- The role requires frequent travelling in Switzerland and to their office in Paris
**** CV must be in English ****
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