Under direct supervison, performs moderate to complex job duties and responsibilities to contribute to the development and management of underwriting quality and governance processes across business area
Provides assurance that the underwriting business operates effectively, and in accordance with agreed rules and regulations
Contributes to the ongoing development, implementation and maintenance of governance tools and quality control processes; Assists the development and maintenance of underwriting procedures manuals
Handles a range of analysis and advice to support the development of effective local and central governance processes and practices
Contributes to the development of business effectiveness through monitoring of activity and making recommendations for change/remedial action
Contributes to / assists with business compliance with regulatory compliance
Proactively supports development of self and others
Contributes to the continuous development of governance tools, processes and supporting activity with respect to efficiency and effectiveness of underwriting operations
Carry out tasks, such as the preparation of documentation, to support the implementation of projects to time and quality standards
Identify and comply with the main principles relevant to legal and regulatory controls that govern standard work practices
Collect evidence from well established sources and deliver accurate decisions to customers and facilitate decision making on wider customer issues
Monitor underwriting processes in order to identify opportunities for improvement
Provide clear explanations for underwriting decisions, sharing relevant technical information to build and maintain relationships with customers/distributors
Resolve operational day-to-day problems referred from other functions of the business, ensuring an efficient and high-quality service is extended to all distributors and customers
Model behaviors that demonstrate commitment to corporate values
Take accountability for participating in the performance management cycle
Participate fully as a team member and contribute to the improved performance of the team
Expand knowledge and exchange it with team members and business partners
Take action to manage own personal development
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or around 2 years of experience in the Underwriting area
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy/techniques
Ability to effectively assess risk
Ability to work in a team environment
Why Zurich
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