Treaty Underwriter

CHINA REINSURANCE (GROUP) CORPORATION Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the reinsurance sector is seeking a Treaty Underwriter to manage and underwrite treaty portfolios in Asia. This role focuses on analytical decision-making, market insights, and strong client relationships, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic global environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Diverse and inclusive team environment

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in treaty underwriting.
• Proven ability in portfolio management.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse, assess, and underwrite treaty reinsurance submissions.
• Perform in-depth portfolio management, including profitability analysis.
• Collaborate closely with brokers to structure and renew treaty programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Catastrophe modelling

Job description

China Re Group is the largest reinsurance group in Asia and the 8th globally by gross premium income. The Group is rated “A (excellent)” continuously by A.M. Best since 2010, rated “A+” or “A” continuously by Standard & Poor’s since 2014.

In 2016, we set up China Re Singapore Branch with the approval of a license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore. Our office is located within Raffles Place, at CapitaGreen on Market Street. Currently, we are writing both life and general business in the Asia Pacific.

Treaty Underwriter

Job Description & Requirements :

We are seeking a highly skilled Treaty Underwriter to join our team.

This role involves managing and underwriting treaty portfolios across selected territories, with a focus on analytical and strategic decision-making, underwriting discipline, and market insights.

Responsibilities :

• Analyse, assess, and underwrite treaty reinsurance submissions within designated territories.

• Perform in-depth portfolio management, including profitability analysis, exposure monitoring, and risk assessment.

• Collaborate closely with brokers and cedants to structure and renew treaty programs.

• Maintain comprehensive underwriting records and ensure compliance with internal guidelines.

• Provide market intelligence and insights to enhance underwriting strategies and pricing decisions.

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through consistent and high-quality service.

• Work closely with actuarial, Cat modelling, and finance teams to evaluate and price reinsurance programs.

• Keep up-to-date with global and regional market trends, competitor activities, and product developments.

• Additional duties assigned by CUO
  

Requirements :

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in treaty underwriting, with a strong focus on property & casualty lines.

• Proven ability in portfolio management, with sound knowledge of underwriting guidelines and reinsurance contract wordings.

• Strong skills with experience in pricing models, exposure rating, and risk assessment.

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team, ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives.

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Familiarity with catastrophe modelling and analytics tools is an advantage.
  

What We Offer :

• Competitive salary and Entry level based on experience.

• Opportunities for professional growth in a global, dynamic environment.

• Be part of a diverse and inclusive team, working with industry experts across multiple regions.