Casualty Underwriter

HDI GLOBAL SE SINGAPORE; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An international insurance company in Singapore seeks an experienced Casualty Underwriter to manage a portfolio of complex risks in South East Asia. This role involves underwriting complex casualty lines, performing risk assessments, and building relationships with clients and brokers. Candidates should have 7-10+ years of experience in casualty underwriting, with strong analytical and communication skills. An attractive remuneration package and hybrid work arrangement are offered.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Birthday leave

Flexy benefits

Yearly bonus

Medical and life insurance

Company trip

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• At least 7-10+ years of experience in casualty underwriting.
• Proven track record in managing large/complex accounts across South East Asia.
• Strong knowledge of casualty lines including general liability, product liability.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite complex casualty lines within delegated authority.
• Perform comprehensive risk assessments and develop pricing.
• Build relationships with brokers and corporate clients.
• Ensure compliance with internal guidelines and industry regulations.

Skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Analytical and decision-making skills

Negotiation skills

Time management abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or related field

Professional certifications like ACII or CPCU

Tools

Underwriting tools

Pricing models

Risk assessment methodologies

Job description

As part of the Talanx Group, HDI Global SE, Singapore has been one of the leading insurers offering a broad and needs-based range of insurance solutions and accompanying services for decades. HDI operates through foreign branches, subsidiaries and affiliates as well as network partners in more than 150 countries.

We offer our employees all of the advantages of an international company by providing an exceptional, modern working environment that constantly challenges and rewards. We promote high levels of internal and external communication and concentrate on achieving our goals through teamwork. We offer you the opportunity to contribute your own ideas and actively become involved in shaping the future of our company.

We are seeking an experienced Casualty Underwriter to join our established regional team. You will own and grow a portfolio of large and complex risks across South East Asia with a focus on Energy (onshore), Construction (infrastructure, industrial), Manufacturing, Life Science, and other capital‑intensive sectors. This role suits an underwriting professional who blends technical rigor, commercial acumen, and broker/client engagement to deliver profitable growth and differentiated solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Underwriting and Risk Assessment

• Underwrite complex casualty lines (e.g., General Liability, Product Liability, Clinical Trials, Umbrella/Excess, Environmental/PLL) within delegated authority, adhering to risk appetite and governance.
• Perform comprehensive risk assessments: exposure analysis, limits/deductibles structuring, coverage scope, terms & conditions.
• Develop pricing using technical rating tools, and experience/account loss data; document rationale per underwriting standards.
• Lead negotiations for manuscript wordings and endorsements; partner with referrals to ensure clarity and enforceability.

Relationships

• Build trusted relationships with brokers, and corporate clients; craft multiline/program solutions (incl. primary, quota share, excess of loss or umbrella towers).
• Drive visibility through broker meetings, client workshops, and thought leadership on casualty risk trends.
• Collaborate with Risk Analysis team to translate risk assessment findings into underwriting conditions, risk improvement plans, and pricing credits where appropriate.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Claims to analyse loss trends and improve coverage clarity; feed lessons learned into rating and wording guidelines.
• Contribute to product development, including enhancements and regional adaptations.
• Mentor junior underwriters/underwriting assistant and share expertise and foster a culture of technical excellence and customer focus.

Regulatory and Compliance

• Ensure underwriting practices comply with internal guidelines, frameworks, legal requirements, and industry regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in regulations, laws, and industry practices affecting casualty insurance.

Qualifications

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field.
• Professional certifications preferred such as ACII, or CPCU are advantageous.

Experience

• At least 7-10+ years of experience in casualty underwriting, with a proven track record in managing large/complex accounts across South East Asia.
• Strong knowledge of casualty lines, including general liability, employers’ liability, product liability, and umbrella policies.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in underwriting tools, pricing models, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Solid understanding of legal, regulatory, and market developments in casualty insurance.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision‑making skills.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Technical rigor with pragmatic, solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Time management and ability to prioritize in a fast‑paced market.

Remuneration

Attractive remuneration will be offered based on experience and professional standing.

We offer a hybrid work arrangement, birthday leave, flexy benefits, a yearly bonus, medical and life insurance, a company trip, and an inclusive working environment. Interested candidates can either click the "apply" button or email their application along with their most recent CV to [e-mail].

Only shortlisted candidate will be notified.