Senior Motor & Liability Treaty Underwriter DACH & CEE Markets

Job Opportunity: Senior Motor & Liability Treaty Underwriter DACH & CEE Markets (80%-100%)

For our client, a prominent reinsurance company located in Zurich, we invite applications for the position of Senior Motor & Liability Treaty Underwriter, focusing on the DACH and Central & Eastern European markets. Our business model encompasses both traditional and customized reinsurance solutions, driven by a team of skilled underwriters and pricing actuaries. Underwriters in our organization take full responsibility for client relationships, supporting our operations in two main areas: Property and Casualty.

We are eager to find a motivated specialist to join our Motor & Liability team. The successful candidate will work alongside dedicated professionals and contribute to our mission in the Casualty sector, serving clients and partners in the DACH and CEE regions. Our team culture emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, trust, and mutual support.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop strategies and identify target clients and programs within your area of responsibility.
• Manage and expand a profitable underwriting portfolio that aligns with our risk appetite and strategic objectives.
• Establish and autonomously manage senior-level client and broker relationships acting as a key account manager.
• Analyze risks and exposures for underwriting, pricing, and accumulation control purposes.
• Ensure market coordination with various underwriting units.
• Actively collaborate with key internal stakeholders outside of the Casualty department.
• Contribute to reporting and annual planning processes.
• Participate in developing and maintaining underwriting expertise.

Your Profile

• Qualification: University degree or equivalent education within the insurance or reinsurance industry.
• Experience: Over 5 years of experience as a (re)insurance underwriter in casualty, with a solid understanding of Motor (re)insurance and/or various Liability classes (such as General Liability, Public/Product Liability, or Professional Liability). Experience and in-depth knowledge of the DACH and/or Central and Eastern European markets is a significant advantage.
• Skills: Excellent communication skills, confidence, and an engaging demeanor with strong negotiation abilities. A proactive mindset with a high level of business acumen, along with the capacity to meet client expectations and requirements. A strong team player eager to explore new ideas and initiatives.
• Language: Proficient in English and German; any additional European languages are a plus.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.