Credit & Political Risk Senior Underwriter/Underwriter

Atradius Collections Ltd.; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global credit insurance provider is looking for a Credit & Political Risk Senior Underwriter for its London office. The role involves evaluating credit risks, underwriting various transactions, and working closely with brokers. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in the London Credit & Political Risk market and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme

Market-leading pension package

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits and rewards

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the London / Lloyds Credit & Political Risk Insurance market.
• Strong understanding of banks and traders and the rationale behind purchasing CPRI products.
• Excellent command of English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the credit risks and transaction structures received from brokers.
• Work alongside the Atradius analyst teams to support underwriting and execution.
• Conduct review and due diligence to onboard new clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills in English

Proficiency in Microsoft products

Education

University degree

Job description

Credit & Political Risk Senior Underwriter/Underwriter

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Atradius The Atradius Group provides trade credit insurance, surety and collections services worldwide, and has a presence through 160 offices in 52 countries. The products offered by Atradius protect companies around the world against the default risks associated with selling goods and services on credit.

At Atradius, we believe in personal development and the Growth Mindset. Our Culture is based on teamwork, reliable accountability, constantly improving and unrivalled service. Read more on our Career site: https://careers.atradius.com/en/careers.

Full Time & Based in London or Paris

Job Description

Atradius Credit Specialties team is seeking an Underwriter / Senior Underwriter with experience in the London / Lloyds Credit & Political Risk market. The successful candidate will have experience underwriting various risks and structures to support the development of the Credit Specialties portfolio via Company and Lloyds capabilities and to play a key role in investigating new products and transactions. This team player will be part of a dedicated underwriting team, who will need to identify, review & underwrite business opportunities originated through specialised Credit & Political risk brokers located in London and the wider market. This position is based in either London or Paris and will involve occasional travel (national and international).

In this position your key responsibilities will be:

• Evaluate the credit risks and transaction structures received from brokers.
• Decline, quote and bind profitable business in line with governance, authority, and strategy.
• Work alongside the Atradius analyst teams to support the underwriting and execution of new / renewal business.
• Management and servicing of the existing “live” portfolio.
• Conduct review, due diligence and underwrite the onboarding of new clients.
• Share knowledge, experience and expertise within the team and wider unit
• Build on your existing network within the London CPRI market supporting Atradius’ key brokers.
• Participate in and travel to conferences and broker / client meetings.
• Share knowledge of market dynamics and key risks/ sectors drivers to support the performance of the Unit.
• Provide the highest standard of service and expertise when dealing with brokers and clients.
• Maintain awareness of claim files providing updates and additional input in collaboration with the claims team.
• Cooperate with the other Credit Specialties teams across the world as well as the other Atradius departments.

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• 5+ years‑experience in the London / Lloyds Credit & Political Risk Insurance market and/or Banking Industry, Multilaterals / ECAs
• Strong analytical skills (corporate & financial, sectorial, political risk as well as transactional analysis).
• Proficiency in reviewing and commenting on loan / contractual documentation.
• Proficiency in reviewing and negotiating London Market wordings.
• Strong understanding on banks and traders and rationale behind purchase of the CPRI product
• University degree and a strong affinity in geopolitics and economics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English
• Strong command of Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Teams).
• Flexibility and ability to work in dynamic, multicultural and entrepreneurial environment.

What do we offer?

• A dynamic, international and challenging work environment
• Training and support to reach your full potential including the opportunity for continuous professional development
• Hybrid working (work up to 2 days a week from home)
• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
• Market leading pension package (a minimum of 12% employer contribution) plus 10 x life assurance cover
• Income protection scheme (covering 75% of salary plus pension contributions)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A range of other flexible benefits and rewards

Equal opportunities for all

The success of our organisation stands with the quality of our people and the ideas they have. Insights and innovative solutions for our customers are the result of an interplay of cultures, knowledge and experience. That is why diversity is extremely important to Atradius. To ensure that all colleagues within Atradius can develop their qualities, we promote an inclusive culture in which everyone feels involved and valued. We encourage and welcome everyone to apply to our positions.

Do you have any questions about our offer?

Elan BOOTH, Human Resources, is available by e‑mail at [e-mail].

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Atradius is a global provider of credit insurance, bond and surety, collections and information services, with a strategic presence in over 50 countries. The products offered by Atradius protect companies around the world against the default risks associated with selling goods and services on credit. Atradius is a member of Grupo Catalana Occidente (GCO.MC), one of the largest insurers in Spain and one of the largest credit insurers in the world.

You can find further information on our website: https://group.atradius.com

Seniority level:

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

• Full-time

Job function:

• Finance and Sales

Industries:

• Insurance