Legal & Policy Conditions Specialist

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Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Ayvens Insurance Full time

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Legal and Policy Conditions Specialist CF3, and CF4

Location: Leopardstown, Dublin 18

Ayvens Insurance (AYINS) is the trading name of Euro Insurances DAC. We are an international motor insurance company, active in over 20 countries (the entities), where we deliver competitive cover and easier fleet management for Ayvens clients and other large fleets. Euro Insurances DAC trading as Ayvens Insurance is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

Job Purpose

The Legal and Policy Conditions Specialist will be responsible for legal agreements and policy conditions within the Underwriting department. They will play a critical role in ensuring that the companys insurance products comply with legal and regulatory standards. The candidate will be responsible for the legal agreements implemented with other insurance companies and insurance intermediaries. Although legal and policy wordings will be the main responsibility for this role, the person may also be involved in other aspects of underwriting work as required.

Reporting Line

This role will report to the Head ofUnderwriting Operations

Central Bank Controlled Functions Applicable To This Role

CF-3Giving of advice to a customer of the regulated financial service provider

CF-4Arranging a financial service for a customer of the regulated financial service provider

Central Bank Of Ireland Control Function Requirements

At all such times as, the Company is regulated by the Central Bank, this role is subject to the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) Individual Accountability Framework (IAF), as well as Fitness and Probity Standards (Standards). The Standards provide that persons who are subject to the Standards must be competent and capable, act honestly, ethically and with integrity, and be financially sound.

As Controlled Function Role Holder, It Is a Condition To Comply With All Relevant Regulatory Requirements, Including Any Rules Or Requirements Imposed By The Central Bank In Relation To The Conduct Of Persons In Certain Positions In Regulated Firms (Conduct Rules). The Conduct Rules Include, Without Limitation, The Following Introduced Under The Central Bank Reform Act 2010 (2010 Act):

the Fitness and Probity Standards 2014 issued by the Central Bank under section 50 of the 2010 Act (F&P Standards);
the Common Conduct Standards, under Section 53E of the 2010 Act (Common Conduct Standards); and
the Additional Conduct Standards, under Section 53F of the 2010 Act (applicable to individuals performing a PCF, or CF1 role as designated by the Central Bank Reform Act 2010 (Section 20 and 22) Regulations 2011 as amended) (Additional Conduct Standards).

The Company is required, under Section 21 of the 2010 Act, to undertake an assessment of fitness and probity for the role under the F&P Standards at the time of hiring and at least annually thereafter, or in any other situations where the Company reasonably believes it necessary to do so.

Responsibilitieswill Include But Are Not Limited To:

Drafting policy terms and conditions for new insurance programmes, collaborating with Business Development and the Legal department
Reviewing existing policy terms and conditions and make changes as required (liaising with portfolio underwriters responsible for the specific territories)
Assist the underwriting team with policy wording recommendations and best practices
Implementing reinsurance contract renewals along with the underwriter responsible for each fronted insurance programme
Responsible for implementing the commutation process for cancelled / run-off reinsurance programmes
Work closely with the AYINS legal department to ensure reinsurance contracts, mediation contracts and policy wording align to industry norms and regulatory requirements
Attend and complete IT Security training and any other required training as required
Draft and amend IPIDs and Policy Schedules as required ensuring they are compliant
Review existing insurance agreements (with leasing entities) and implement agreements for any new programmes
Liaise with the AYINS reinsurance department to ensure alignment between insurance contracts and reinsurance contracts
Any other tasks or projects as requested by Underwriting Management

Character Profile

Requirements

A minimum 3 years experience in motor underwriting (reinsurance / insurance)
CIP qualified and / or an insurance graduate
Experience in the design and construction of policy wordings for a range of motor insurance and ancillary covers
Experience working with reinsurance contracts
Excellent analytical skills and decision-making ability
Attention to detail and accuracy essential
A highly organized individual with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines and act on own initiative
Good communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
Team player who will play an important role and provide expertise as part of a specialized team

Desirable

5 years experience in motor underwriting
Good understanding of cross border insurance programmes (Freedom of Services, Solvency II, Insurance Distribution Directive, etc.)
MDI /ACII qualified or progression towards this
Clear understanding or experience in the motor leasing industry
Innovative and creative with willingness to bring new ideas to improve processes

Ayvens Insurance is an equal opportunity employer.

Skills:

Motor Underwriting Experience CIP Qual preferable Experience with Policy wording Experience with Reinsurance Contracts

Benefits:

Pension Bonus Healthcare 25 days Annual Leave Buying of Additional Annual LeaveSeniority level

Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment typeFull-time

Job function

Job functionLegal
IndustriesOperations Consulting

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