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About the Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, expanding team at the forefront of Crisis Management insurance. Reporting directly to the Deputy Head, you'll play a central role in driving new business, managing a diverse portfolio, and contributing to the strategic direction of the unit. From underwriting complex risks to nurturing key broker relationships, your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on the team's growth and profitability.

Responsibilities

Source and generate new business opportunities across small, middle market, and large/complex risk segments
Underwrite renewal and new risks, applying rigorous analysis and sound judgment to each submission
Deliver thorough pricing analysis grounded in comprehensive review of loss scenarios and risk profiles
Provide key input into risk appetite and share valuable market intelligence to inform strategic decisions
Develop, nurture, and grow relationships with key producers, brokers, and clients to build a robust and sustainable book of business
Service the existing book of business in a timely and professional manner, ensuring a high standard of client experience
Collaborate cross-functionally with claims, legal, and product teams to manage open claims, losses, and manuscript wording recommendations
Manage complex accounts and deliver innovative, tailored insurance solutions to both existing and prospective clients
Inherit and grow an existing renewal portfolio while simultaneously building a new pipeline of opportunities
Contribute to division-wide strategy discussions, helping to shape growth and profitability direction for the unit

Requirements

2 to 3 years of underwriting experience (or equivalent), with a solid understanding of loss and combined ratios
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and develop sound pricing recommendations
Underwriting Assistant experience with booking systems, file maintenance and policy issuance is desired
Proven ability to drive the deal process with brokers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences
University degree (undergraduate or postgraduate) or equivalent professional qualification
Experience in product contamination and/or product recall insurance lines
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders across all levels
Experience contributing to portfolio strategy, including market feedback, risk appetite discussions, and growth planning
Comfort with occasional domestic travel to meet brokers and clients
A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to inspire and challenge peers in a constructive and inclusive way
Stress resilience and the ability to work independently, managing competing priorities without losing attention to detail

Skills

Crisis Management insurance
Underwriting
Risk analysis
Relationship building
Pricing analysis
Market intelligence
Client relationship management
Cross-functional collaboration
Insurance solutions
Portfolio management
Strategy development
Analytical rigor
Interpersonal skills
Communication
Collaboration
Curiosity
Resilience
Teamwork

Location

NYC, NY
Chicago, IL
Windsor, CT

Work Type

Hybrid work model requiring at least three days in the office each week
Option to work onsite full-time if preferred

Experience Level

2 to 3 years of underwriting experience

Education Level

University degree (undergraduate or postgraduate) or equivalent professional qualification

Salary/Compensations

$108,000 to $162,000

Benefits

Total compensation approach considering base pay, short- and long-term incentives, and benefits offered

About the Company

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer.
We anticipate and manage risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime.
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions is the commercial insurance arm of the Swiss Re Group.
We offer innovative insurance solutions to large and midsized multinational corporations from our approximately 50 locations worldwide.
We help clients mitigate their risk exposure, whilst our industry-leading claims service provides them with additional peace of mind.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking.
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions embraces a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics.
In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

Equal Opportunity

Swiss Re is an equal opportunity employer.
It is our practice to recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, sexual orientations, marital status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Decisions on employment are solely based on an individual's qualifications for the position being filled.
During the recruitment process, reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available upon request.
If contacted for an interview, please inform the Recruiter/HR Professional of the accommodation needed.