Business Motor Market Facing Underwriter Role
We are part of the Zurich Insurance Group, established in 1872 and headquartered in Switzerland. Our employees across the globe serve customers in more than 170 countries.
Our industry is dynamic and fast-moving, helping people and businesses keep pace with change, and the risks which emerge, on a global scale. Here in Ireland, we're one of the largest insurers in the country, employing over 1,000 people in locations in Dublin and Wexford.
Job Summary
The Business Lines Motor Team based in ZCW are responsible for meeting the Insurance needs of our Business Lines customers through our broker channel. We are hiring a Business Motor Marketing Facing Underwriter to join the team.
Key Responsibilities
* Report to the Business Motor Team Coach
* Work closely with Broker Partners and other internal operations
* Underwrite and analyse 'renewal' business utilizing the Zurich Way of Underwriting framework
* Negotiate terms & conditions in line with our agreed strategy on ZRC and Retention
* Contribute to managing schemes
* Build relationships in support of customer/business acquisition and retention
* Implement agreed technical standards, controls, practices and procedures
* Proactively contribute ideas and work for the development of new or enhanced propositions
* Adhere to Central Bank compliance standards of operating
* Demonstrate high level of Quality Assurance in all elements of the underwriting process
* Ensure any issues arising are dealt with in accordance with Zurich standards
* Maintain Underwriting Records in accordance with regulatory /statutory and internal requirements
* Be flexible to participate in ad hoc projects
* Deliver superior service in the management of renewals
Requirements
* 3 years plus industry knowledge
* Holds or is working towards relevant professional qualifications i.e. CIP, MDI, ACII
* Excellent technical insurance knowledge, including specific knowledge in Commercial Insurance
* Excellent numerical and analytical skills
* Competencies: ability to work within a team environment, build key relationships with partners & customers, excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), strong negotiation skills
Additional Information
Primary work location is 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, then we invite you to apply.