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Underwriter Benelux - Financial Lines (Madrid based)

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Chubb

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Madrid

AI generated summary

  • You must be fluent in Dutch and English, have an insurance background, ideally in D&O underwriting, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.
  • You will underwrite and price risks, manage broker relationships, negotiate contracts, oversee policy life cycles, and collaborate with internal teams to support business strategies in Benelux.

Requirements

  • Native speaker or fluent in Dutch is a must.
  • Business level of English is a must.
  • Insurance background is a must.
  • Prior underwriting in Financial Lines (D&O) experience is desired.
  • Bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook and Word).
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strong attention to detail, adherence to deadlines, and willingness to deliver and improve the quality of our offerings.

Responsibilities

  • Provide excellent service to brokers and be a key contact for external and internal stakeholders, including the local country, for business processed in the underwriting center.
  • Underwrite, evaluate and price risks in accordance with Chubb guidelines and underwriting authority.
  • Work closely with underwriting and sales teams based in Benelux to ensure portfolio sustainability, promote our offering and exploit cross-selling opportunities.
  • Review and adapt underwriting offers, leading contract negotiations with brokers.
  • Support brokers handling small and medium size enterprises by maintaining good commercial relationships, providing quality service and meeting deadlines by phone and email.
  • Ensure effective management of policies throughout their life cycle.
  • Cooperate with internal departments such as; Operations, Claims, Small and Middle Market Segments leaders.
  • Support all developments necessary to achieve our business strategies.

FAQs

What is the location of the Underwriter position?

The position is based in Madrid.

What is the role of the Underwriter in relation to brokers?

The Underwriter will provide excellent service to brokers and act as a key contact for external and internal stakeholders for business processed in the underwriting center.

Is knowledge of the Dutch language necessary for this position?

Yes, being a native speaker or fluent in Dutch is a must.

What level of English proficiency is required?

A business level of English is required.

Is insurance experience a requirement for the Underwriter role?

Yes, an insurance background is a must.

Do I need prior underwriting experience in Financial Lines (D&O)?

Yes, prior underwriting experience in Financial Lines (D&O) is desired.

What educational qualifications are preferred for this position?

A Bachelor's degree is preferred.

What software skills are necessary for the Underwriter role?

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, specifically Excel, Outlook, and Word, is necessary.

What interpersonal skills are important for this position?

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, are important.

How important is attention to detail in this role?

Strong attention to detail is crucial, along with adherence to deadlines and a willingness to improve the quality of our offerings.

The world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company

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Mission & Purpose

Chubb is the world’s largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. As an underwriting company, we assess, assume and manage risk with insight and discipline. We service and pay our claims fairly and promptly. The company is also defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New York, London, Paris and other locations, and employs 31,000 people worldwide.