About the Role
Our client is recruiting for a Lead Trading Underwriter (Construction) within their Ireland business. This key role involves supporting the implementation of underwriting standards, aligning with the stated risk appetite. As the trading lead for the Construction Sector Business in ROI/NI (Property/Casualty/CAR), you will play a vital role in driving and maintaining underwriting excellence in this strategic area. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to the success of our client while working alongside talented professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment.
They empower their people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team, and our customers. You'll work at least 2 days of your week at either Dublin or Athlone office locations.
Key Responsibilities and Requirements
- Monitor and manage key performance indicators for the Construction Sector Underwriting business in the broker channel.
- Support underwriting results delivery through account management, financial planning, and analysis of underwriting trends.
- Lead profitability, underwriting governance, and control of Construction Commercial business traded through brokers.
- Identify and convert mid to large-scale rollover deals to meet volume and revenue targets.
- Monitor underwriting standards and support change programs, new opportunities, and renewal strategies.
- Provide guidance to trading teams, handle large new business submissions, and prioritize customer service.
- Identify opportunities for new products and processes to improve underwriting rules and customer experience.
- Analyse portfolios, develop action plans, and collaborate with other lead trading team members.
- Act as business lead or underwriting representative on cross-functional projects and produce regular reports with findings and recommendations.
- Proficiency in key business KPIs and report writing.
- Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation and market factors.
- Ability to work independently, strong planning and teamwork skills.
- Effective relationship management and interpersonal communication.
- Capable of making and communicating quality risk assessment decisions.
- Maintains focus on professional standards and business goals.
- Demonstrates business acumen and negotiation skills.
- Awareness of compliance with Health & Safety, IT Security, and legislation in Underwriting.
You will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a general insurer/intermediary, including experience in a risk acceptance and rating environment, with a minimum CIP qualification required. A relevant degree, MDI/ACII would be beneficial. The successful candidate will have an in-depth understanding of underwriting, rating, and acceptance criteria for Construction Property/Casualty/CAR business along with demonstrated expertise in specific business classes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market leading insurer.