New Business Underwriter

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Business Lines New Business Underwriter: Zurich Insurance Europe AG, Ireland Branch is looking for a Business Lines New Business Underwriter. The Business Lines New Business Team are responsible for meeting the insurance needs of our Business Lines customers through our broker channel. The New Business Underwriter will work closely with broker partners and internal functions to ensure activities align with framework, policies, authority levels and guidelines while delivering on the financial plan.

This role may be available part-time or full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

As a Business Lines New Business Underwriter your main responsibilities will include, but not limited to, the following:

• Underwrite and analyse new business submissions in adherence with the Zurich Way of underwriting, Zurich risk appetite and within delegated authority levels.
• Negotiate terms & conditions with broker partners in line with our strategy and target risk appetite while nurturing broker relationships.
• Manage and prioritise new business pipeline and work queues in conjunction with Sales and Distribution, ensuring agreed SLAs are adhered to.
• Maintain continuous engagement with Sales and Distribution, Risk Engineering (when applicable) and broker partners to generate, drive and secure new business opportunities.
• Build relationships to support customer/business acquisition and retention (e.g. handling queries, providing advice for account development).
• Implement agreed technical standards, controls, practices and procedures, maintaining underwriting discipline.
• Contribute ideas for development of new or enhanced propositions based on insights, supporting testing, pricing feedback and training where necessary.
• Adhere to Central Bank compliance standards of operating.
• Demonstrate high level of Quality Assurance in all elements of the underwriting process.
• Escalate issues in line with Zurich standards and escalate in a timely fashion where appropriate.
• Maintain underwriting records in accordance with regulatory/statutory and internal requirements, using a disciplined approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment and pricing.
• Identify training opportunities for self and others and assist with training as directed.
• Be flexible to participate in ad hoc projects.
• On occasion, deliver superior service in the management of renewals.

As a Business Lines New Business Underwriter your skills and qualifications will include:

Required

• 3 years plus industry knowledge
• Holds or is working towards relevant professional qualifications i.e. CIP, MDI, ACII
• Excellent technical insurance knowledge, including knowledge in Commercial Insurance
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent knowledge of Zurich products/policy wordings

Competencies:

• Ability to work within a team environment – focused on the achievement of both individual and team goals
• Ability to build key relationships with partners & customers
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills to manage and prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment
• A strong team player with a flexible, positive attitude towards work including changes to technology, functionality driven initiatives, and new product lines
• Strong leadership and delegation skills
• Enthusiasm, ambition and innovation
• Ability to operate independently
• Good research skills
• Pro-active with strong problem-solving, decision-making and judgment skills
• Excellent attention to detail and multitasking ability
• Ability to prioritise workload and adapt quickly within a busy environment to meet customer needs
• Excellent planning and organisational skills that support a high service standard
• All employees are expected to work in accordance with the behaviours laid out in Zurich Purpose and Values

Primary work location is Dublin or Wexford. Position is Dublin or Wexford-based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button "Apply online".

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. Zurich is a strong brand with 53,000 employees worldwide, and we offer flexible working models and opportunities for training and development. We foster a culture of diversity and inclusion and promote equity among our professionals. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let's Create a Brighter Future Together.

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: General Business
• Industries: Insurance and Financial Services

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