Group Underwriter

What we do Allianz is the home for those who dare - a supportive place where you can take the initiative to grow and to actively strengthen our global leadership position. By truly caring about people - both its 83 million private and corporate customers and its 142,000 employees -Allianz fosters a culture where its employees are empowered to collaborate, perform, push the boundaries and challenge the industry. Allianz Partners (AzP) provides diverse expertise in automotive, international health& life, travel insurance, assistance and direct sales and is at the forefront of the Allianz B2B2C offering. United under one brand, Allianz Global Assistance, Allianz Global Automotive and Allianz Care are specialist areas combining forces to push boundaries and create tomorrows solutions to deliver an enhanced experience to our clients. Our 15,000 employees are based across 34 countries and combine 58 different languages and 60 nationalities, reflecting the truly diverse nature of Allianz Partners. Our DNA is unique: we dare and care, anytime, anywhere. If this sounds like you, come and join us. The purpose of the role is perform underwriting for new business& renewals. The position reports into the Group Underwriting Manager, Allianz Partners. What you will do

• Evaluate and issue quotes for corporate insurance schemes in accordance with company underwriting guidelines, pricing methodologies and other relevant regulations.

Analyse claims data and risk factors to forecast future claims levels and set insurance premiums.

• Gather and review background information in order to effectively assess risk.
• Collaborate with Sales and Relationship Management teams throughout contract renewals and tenders to reach target KPIs, while maintaining underwriting standards.
• Prepare and issue client utilisation reports, including commentary and explanation of observed trends and scheme performance.
• Act as a technical referral point for other areas of the business in relation to all Underwriting queries.
• Form own opinions on requests and make sound underwriting decisions, within authority limits.
• Take ownership of queries received within the team and deliver a quality service and response time to colleagues.
• Represent Underwriting team on strategic projects, as needed.
• Comply with company standards in respect of documentation and file management.
• Update and maintain work activity reports for Management.

What you will bring Experience (minimum of c.3 years) in Underwriting position in relevant line of business.

• Proficiency in MS Excel is essential
• Proven track record of successful negotiations with large corporate clients
• Proven ability to work well as part of a team and communicate effectively with others.
• Preferably Degree and / or professional insurance qualification (e.g. CII)

BEHAVIOURAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strong attention to detail, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to produce quality output within tight time frames and simultaneously.
• Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Customer focused
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to explain and defend pricing analysis and decisions.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders from other departments
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Honesty and Integrity
• A willingness to learn and develop.

What we offer The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in growing multicultural company committed to empowering its employees and furthering their development. A competitive remuneration and benefits package is offered. 60866 | Underwriting | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Partners | Full-Time | Permanent ​ ​ Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in.We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.Join us. Lets care for tomorrow.

Information :

• Company : Allianz
• Position : Group Underwriter
• Location : Dublin, County Dublin
• Country : IE