Underwriter, LATAM, Europe General Casualty Division

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Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge.

We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs.

Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for underwriting a diverse book of business, employing the methods necessary to meet projected profitability, GWP, and expense goals, management and growth of the overall portfolio of the LATAM business within the appropriate underwriting discipline/guidelines, marketing and servicing of existing and potential insured's.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform general underwriting functions including submission review, pricing analysis, setting terms and conditions, and quote/binder/invoice authorizations
• Ensure timely and correct issuance of bound policies
• Craft endorsement wordings for legal authorization
• Provide direction to Underwriting Support Assistant for timely processing of policy/endorsement wordings
• Perform referrals with VP Casualty and SVP Casualty as required
• Maintain underwriting files and reporting systems according to guidelines
• Consult with Actuarial Department for specific account pricing when appropriate
• Liaise with Claims Department on specific claim matters and market claim concerns
• Stay current with industry issues and developments
• Travel to meetings throughout Ireland and Europe as required
• Assist in training underwriting and support staff
• Complete project work as required
• Plan and monitor business portfolio
• Perform other assigned duties

Qualifications:

• 5 years experience underwriting Casualty accounts in the LATAM market
• Spanish Speaking preferable
• Basic knowledge of underwriting Property accounts
• Strong marketing, negotiation and presentation skills
• Excellent knowledge of standard market policy and endorsement wordings
• Third level qualification
• Professional Insurance Designation (ACII/FCII) desirable
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work
• Effective interpersonal skills and teamwork ability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Good knowledge of technical rating tools

Working at Allied World

Our team of over 1,650 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years. This is what you can expect when you join us:
• Instant membership in the Allied World - a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
• A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
• Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources

Global Presence

Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto. We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.

Our Business

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients, cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since 2001. We are a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holding Limited, and benefit from a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in a non-traditional ways.

Allied work is an equal opportunity employer. Subject to applicable law, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religions or belief, gender, age, disability, military service, marital or civil partnership status, family status, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law or regulation in the relevant jurisdiction where we operate.

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