Experienced Assistant Underwriter - Real Estate Insurance (Remote) with Opportunities for Career Growth and Development

Are you a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for insurance and a desire to take your underwriting career to the next level? Do you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment where you can develop your skills and expertise? Look no further! We are seeking an experienced Assistant Underwriter - Real Estate Insurance to join our Commercial Insurance Real Estate team in London.

About Us

At Zurich, we are a leading global insurance company with a rich history of innovation and excellence. Our mission is to help our customers navigate the complexities of the modern world, providing them with peace of mind and protection against the unexpected. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being, and we are passionate about supporting our employees in their personal and professional growth.

The Opportunity

As an Assistant Underwriter - Real Estate Insurance, you will play a critical role in our Commercial Insurance Real Estate team, working on a portfolio of domestic Real Estate risks in accordance with Zurich guidelines. You will be responsible for underwriting and analysing new and renewal business, developing and maintaining relationships with brokers and cedants, and collaborating with other lines of business to ensure we meet our customers' needs.

Key Responsibilities

* Work under direction to underwrite and analyse new and renewal business within delegated authority levels of highly complex assignments

• Administer and monitor underwriting guidelines while complying with insurance laws and regulations and pricing manuals
• Develop, maintain, and collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business-related needs, as appropriate
• Work closely with the Risk Engineering/Claims and Customer Teams as required
• Work with the Finance function and support the financial processing, premium collection, whenever required
• Develop relationships with cedants and brokers in support of business retention and acquisition and provide solutions for their insurance-related needs
• Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities
• Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity
• Learn to negotiate terms and conditions and close deals
• Cross-sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account
• Handle and review large/complex underwriting submissions and annual underwriting reviews
• Represent Zurich at internal and external events

What We're Looking For

* Accredited degree or similar insurance qualifications

• Experience of working for an insurer/reinsurer on Real Estate/Property business (or similar technical lines) would be beneficial but not essential
• Experience working in a multinational insurance business
• Knowledge of insurance policy wordings, equivalent broker, and market clauses
• Disciplined approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment, and pricing
• Additional language skills in addition to English an asset

Our Culture

At Zurich, we value diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a workplace culture that supports their growth and development. We offer a range of benefits and programs to support our employees' physical, mental, social, and financial wellbeing, including:

• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Access to a range of wellbeing programs and services
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• A supportive and inclusive work environment

What We Offer

* A competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Access to a range of wellbeing programs and services

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for insurance and a desire to take your underwriting career to the next level, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!

Closing Date for Applications

The closing date for applications is 31st October 2024. We encourage you to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the application process at any time.

Equal Opportunities Employer

Zurich is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

Li-Hybrid

We are a Li-Hybrid employer, offering a range of flexible working arrangements to support our employees' work-life balance. We believe that flexible working is essential for creating a happy and productive workforce, and we are committed to supporting our employees in their personal and professional growth.

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