
Senior Construction Underwriter (EAR)
- London
- Permanent
- Full-time
- The role will be responsible for underwriting Erection All Risks (EAR) business.
- You will develop underwriting strategies for both existing clients and prospects within the EAR portfolio. This includes knowledge of the current market penetration of EAR products and the development of specific plans to increase portfolio share.
- You will provide technical direction to management, other underwriters and claims adjusting personnel.
- You will help to evaluate and communicate risk appetite and EAR Value Proposition to brokers.
- You will collaborate with Distribution and other line of business underwriters to target desirable accounts and cross selling opportunities from brokers.
- You will rapidly evaluate, prioritize, and select EAR submissions to be underwritten.
- You may review, evaluate and make recommendations to change underwriting guidelines or process.
- You may participate in special underwriting projects as needed.
- You will develop strong, long-term relationships with brokers and clients providing superior service to establish mutually beneficial partnerships to profitably grow the EAR book of business.
- You will keep abreast of market developments to influence AIG strategy.
- You will develop a thorough understanding of EAR policy forms / contracts and engage with in- house legal team and outside counsel as necessary.
- You have a minimum of 5 years’ construction experience in underwriting or technical support role, preferably at a large international insurance company.
- Ideally, you have a degree in engineering/construction, economics, law or other appropriate discipline.
- You have proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
- You possess very strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
- You are highly motivated and results-orientated.
- You are able to work in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment, adapting to changing requirements and collaborating with a wide range of colleagues to quickly deliver solutions.
- You possess a willingness to be flexible, learn on the job, and maintain a can-do attitude.