Property Underwriter

Sompo; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance firm based in London seeks an Underwriter for its Property team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in the London property market and strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include managing complex accounts and attending client meetings. The company offers competitive benefits and a collaborative working environment.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Generous Retirement & Savings Plans

Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Property underwriting experience within the London market.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced, challenging environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle renewal and new business for large complex London Property accounts.
• Analyze information for underwriting purposes regarding pricing and account performance.
• Attend client presentations and meetings, with travel when required.

Skills

Property underwriting experience

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving abilities

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

ACII or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Excel

Job description

Property Underwriter page is loaded## Property Underwriterlocations: London, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R3534## As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: **our people**. At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world. Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions.## **Job Description**Sompo has a unique opportunity for an **Underwriter** in our **London Property** team in our UK Commercial Lines business.Our Corporate Property team write large commercial risks across the UK markets. Our clients present challenging and complex risks often with multinational requirements. Sompo have the capabilities to participate as both a lead or follow market and we work across our network of brokers to secure long term partnerships with our target customers. This opportunity sits within our International Property segment.**Location:** This position will be based out of our **London** office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.**Our business, your impact, our opportunity:****What you’ll be doing:*** Handling renewal and new business within agreed parameters for large complex London Property accounts as both a lead and follow insurer.* Analysis of information for underwriting purposes, specifically regarding account pricing, engineering overviews and account performance analysis* Attend client presentations and meetings, with travel when required.* Adherence to all financial, legal, regulatory and compliance requirements* Liaising with insurance and reinsurance brokers, with full client engagement* Ad-hoc tasks & projects**What you’ll bring:*** Minimum 2 years Property underwriting experience within the London market* Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a team-oriented approach* Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities* ACII or equivalent qualification* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced, challenging environment* Ability to organise efficiently* Comprehensive computer skills, including Microsoft Office Excel etc**Our Benefits**We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below are a few highlights of our inclusive benefit programs:* Expansive Health & Wellness Benefits* Generous Retirement & Savings Plans* Global Parental Leave & Adoption AssistanceWe strive to create exceptional value for our clients and shareholders while maintaining Sompo as an attractive place to work. We foster an environment of ongoing, open dialogue between managers and their direct reports, and believe in an organizational environment where everyone belongs. We proudly are a multi-racial, multi-cultural, global enterprise. We reject all forms of racism, bigotry, prejudice and injustice and continue to invest in building out an inclusive and diverse work environment.**Expert Partners. Clarity in complexity. Unwavering commitment**.We’re Sompo, a global provider of property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance. Building on Sompo Holdings’ 130 years of innovation, we’re committed to applying all of our experience to simplify yours.Our dedication to you shows up in the care we put in every detail, working to create a frictionless risk management journey for everyone we serve.We lead with your priorities, meticulously crafting solutions, sharing insights, and understanding your needs.Around the world, our 9,000+ employees use their expertise to learn, improve and find clear answers for your complex challenges.Because when you choose Sompo, you choose the ease of expertise.**To learn more about visit our website at**## We are Sompo, a global provider of commercial and consumer property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance. Building on the 130 years of innovation of our parent company, Sompo Holdings, Inc., Sompo employs approximately 9,500 people around the world who use their in-depth knowledge and expertise to help simplify and resolve your complex challenges. Because when you choose Sompo, you choose **The Ease of ExpertiseTM**.## ## “Sompo” refers to the brand under which Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based holding company, together with its consolidated subsidiaries, operates its global property and casualty (re)insurance businesses. Sompo International Holdings Ltd. is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Sompo Holdings, Inc., one of the leading property and casualty groups in the world with excellent financial strength as evidenced by ratings of A+ (Superior) from A.M. Best (XV size category) and A+ (Strong) from Standard & Poor’s. Shares of Sompo Holdings, Inc. are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.## ## To learn more please follow us on or visit .