Senior Underwriter- Banking / ECA / DFIs background - H / F

Atradius N.V. (Italy); Greater London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance company is seeking a Senior Underwriter to evaluate credit risks and manage a portfolio in the Credit & Political Risk market. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in the Banking Industry or similar fields. The role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to work in a dynamic environment, and proficiency in English. Attractive benefits include remote work options, paid vacation, and meal vouchers.

Benefits

27 to 29 days of paid vacation per year

RTT (additional days off)

Meal vouchers worth €10

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Credit & Political Risk Insurance or Banking Industry.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in reviewing loan/contractual documentation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate credit risks and transaction structures from brokers.
• Decline, quote, and bind profitable business.
• Manage and service the existing portfolio.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Understanding of geopolitical and economic factors

Job description

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.

Atradius Credit Specialties team is seeking a Senior Underwriter with experience in the Credit & Political Risk market, or and/or Banking Industry, Multilaterals / DFIs/ ECAs. The successful candidate will have experience analysing a variety risks and structures to support the development of the Credit Specialties portfolio via its Company and Lloyds capabilities, to support the development of new products and play a key role in the relationship with brokers and customers. This team player will be part of a dedicated underwriting/ fronting team, who will need to identify, review & underwrite business opportunities originated through specialised Credit & Political risk brokers located in Paris, London, Italy, Switzerland and Spain. This position is based in Paris and will involve regular travels.

Responsibilities

• 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 European &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 ideally in 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.
• A strong affinity in geopolitics and economics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English.
• Flexibility and ability to work in dynamic, multicultural and entrepreneurial environment.
• 27 to 29 days of paid vacation per year
• RTT (additional days off) for all employees
• Meal vouchers worth €10 (with €6 covered by Atradius)
• 2 days of remote work per week
• Employee savings plan with company matching
• Housing assistance (1% contribution), works council (CSE)

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.