Underwriter - Trade Credit

Job description

To underwrite the relevant line of business within agreed business plan parameters, in line with underwriting authority, in order to achieve agreed combined ratio targets.

Job Responsibilities

What we ask of you: Working within a small underwriting team to provide operational and administrative support; Servicing of a portfolio of commercial and financial institution clients; Financial analysis of buyer risks including country and sector analysis; Cross office engagement including liaison with Dubai and London; Maintenance and on-going development of in-house systems and databases; Engagement with business partners including clients and business introducers; Contribute to the continued development of the

Asia TCPRS portfolio; To support with any special projects & ad-hoc duties as required; Expectation for progression to take responsibility for the development of their own portfolio supported by full internal training; What you will bring to the role: The successful candidate will: A minimum of 3 years work experience gained in a credit insurance environment, trade finance background or a rating agency as a financial/credit analyst.

Experience of multi-buyer trade credit insurance programs with Excess of Loss and Structured Trade Credit knowledge a benefit. Knowledge of risk assessment and financial analysis including interpretation of financial information. Good knowledge of the regional economies and major geo political events affecting the business environment. Good computer literacy, with an excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office systems and the ability to develop a full understanding and capability of in-house and third party systems.

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and perform independently or effectively as part of a team. The ability to communicate effectively and clearly with stake holders and business partners.