About Echo Re
Founded in 2008, Echo Re is a wholly owned subsidiary of the German DEVK Group. Our treaty reinsurance portfolio encompasses all P&C and a diverse range of specialty lines of business, serving cedents across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Our sister company, DEVK Re, based in Cologne, complements our efforts by covering the regions of Europe and North America.
Joining us means becoming part of a highly professional and growing team with a strong track record in cultivating mutually beneficial client relationships. We pride ourselves on lean decision-making processes, a flat hierarchy, and a commitment to delivering timely results.
Your Role
Reporting directly to the Global Head Marine & Energy, you will play an integral role within the team, responsible for developing a profitable and diversified portfolio. This includes all underwriting-related functions associated with the administration of a worldwide book of new and renewal Marine & Energy reinsurance business written by both Echo Re and DEVK Re.
Your Main Tasks are:
- Underwriting Marine & Energy treaty business in accordance with Echo Re & DEVK Re underwriting and pricing guidelines.
- Optimizing the existing portfolio and allocated capacity.
- Positioning Echo Re & DEVK Re as key players in the Marine & Energy reinsurance market.
- Collaborating with the Global Head Marine & Energy and Regional Managers to design the overall market and client strategy within the UW Plan process.
- Taking responsibility for UW Plan implementation, including the Consolidated Planning Tool (CPT) process.
- Implementing measures to safeguard the profitability of the Marine & Energy business portfolio.
- Visiting markets and clients to build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients and brokers.
- Representing Echo Re & DEVK Re at industry events, such as conferences.
- Maintaining a close working relationship with Pricing Actuaries & Regional Managers.
- Ensuring efficient and high-quality administration of the portfolio in collaboration with UW Assistants.
- Reviewing and approving claims with the Claims Department according to the Claims Guidelines.
Your Profile
- University degree in a relevant field or recognized professional insurance qualification (ACII or local equivalent).
- Minimum of 10 years of reinsurance underwriting experience in the Marine and Energy segment, preferably within the London market.
- Enthusiastic and forward-thinking mindset focused on continuous improvement.
- Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent team player with strong communication skills.
- Proficient negotiation and communication abilities with business partners and internal stakeholders.
- Technical, analytical, and results-oriented approach.
- Proficient in MS Office products, particularly Excel.
- Very good command of English is required; additional language skills would be an advantage.
If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to the profitable growth of our Marine & Energy business and wish to take on increasing responsibilities, we look forward to your application. The position is located in Zurich.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.