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Arch Capital Services LLC

Underwriting Director, Facultative

Posted 13 Days Ago
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London, Greater London, England
Senior level
London, Greater London, England
Senior level
This role involves underwriting for clients in line with company philosophy, analyzing property submissions, engaging with clients and brokers to foster relationships, and ensuring timely service while maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of market conditions and regulations.
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With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility℠.

Position summary:

The primary responsibility of this role is a mix of underwriting and client interaction – two dynamic areas requiring flexibility of approach and a detailed knowledge of the market environment you operate within. You will be working directly with clients and brokers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Underwriting for new and existing clients in accordance with the Arch Re underwriting philosophy
  • Analyse and access Property submissions in respect of coverage and risk hazards, determine capacity and offer proposals for lead or follow business
  • Broker and cedant visits/calls to develop relationships with individual client contacts
  • Build and maintain knowledge of the geographic markets you operate in with respect to wording, law, regulation as well as brokers and competitors
  • Provide timely and quality service
  • Promote positive interaction and collaboration with internal peers
  • Communicate actively, timely and with openness
  • Represent Arch Re in meetings with clients and brokers

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • A University Degree required; professional re/insurance designations such as ACII or CPCU would be an asset
  • Currently working in the market with a good track record and have contacts with both cedants and brokers
  • Proven ability to market to individuals in the industry at all levels
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with management at a senior level
  • Demonstrated ability on being team-orientated, efficient and working under pressure
  • Excellent negotiation skills
  • High degree of technical competence for property class
  • UK & international travel is expected for this position

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Top Skills

Client Interaction
Communication
Market Analysis
Negotiation
Risk Analysis
Team Collaboration
Technical Competence
Underwriting

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