Underwriter I, Reinsurance

Everest is a leading global insurance and reinsurance provider, operating for nearly 50 years through subsidiaries in the Bermuda, Canada, Europe, Singapore, US, and other territories. Our strengths include extensive product and distribution capabilities, a strong balance sheet, and an innovative culture.

Role Overview

In this role, you will be part of the Everest Re Northern, Southern and Eastern Europe Team (Europe 2), which has a large geographical responsibility. You will be involved in the underwriting of different products across Property, Casualty and Motor lines of business with a focus on executing our strategy in these regions.

As a pivotal member of our team, you will play a vital role in driving the achievement of our objectives for profitability, growth, service excellence, and producer relations,

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Underwriting and pricing of Property, Casualty & Motor Treaty Reinsurance business in Northern, Southern and Eastern Europe.

• Analysis of underwriting submission and reinsurance structures with the aim to develop solutions in collaboration with Underwriters, Brokers and Clients.

• Developing and executing on a business plan together with the team.

• Reviewing and administering existing and new contracts in line with the companies underwriting philosophy

• Marketing of Everest Re in the respective countries including regular travel.

• Assisting and planning of own work to help the company achieve its financial target and customer satisfaction.

• Contributing to group projects in cross-functional and international teams.

Candidate Profile

Requirements:

• Relevant University Degree or equivalent job experience.

• Knowledge of the main classes of business in the region.

• In-dept knowledge of short-tail classes of business will be an asset

• Market knowledge and experience in the region would be a plus.

• At least 5-7 years reinsurance background in claims, pricing and/or underwriting

• Strong communicator and team player

• Flexibility and open to change

• Microsoft Office skills and the ability to understand and use in-house pricing tools

• Proficiency in English and German. Other European languages a benefit.

• Willingness to travel

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies we would require: 

• Active Listener and aspiration to further develop

• Analytical thinking and problem solving attitude

• Attention to detail and precisions

• Fascination to look at things from different angles e.g technical, legal and social

• Ability and willingness to learn and understand established systems and processes

• Capabilities to be able to make thought through decisions under pressure

• Passionate to learn new things and different cultures with a thinking outside of the box

• Strong communication and interpersonal skill with emotional intelligence and empathy

• Ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external relationships with stakeholders

Our Culture 

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture. 

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.  

• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.