Underwriter - Trade Credit

Markel Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Singapore seeks an Underwriter for Trade Credit. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in credit insurance or financial analysis, with strong organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities include underwriting, servicing a client portfolio, and engaging with business partners. Applicants should possess good knowledge of regional economies and geopolitical factors affecting trade. This role offers opportunities for professional development and further responsibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years work experience in credit insurance or financial analysis.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and the ability to interpret financial information.
• Good understanding of regional economies and geopolitical events.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite the relevant line of business within agreed business plan parameters.
• Work within a small underwriting team and provide operational support.
• Engage with business partners and manage a portfolio of clients.

Skills

Credit insurance experience

Financial analysis

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Underwriter - Trade Credit page is loaded## Underwriter - Trade Creditlocations: Singapore - SGPtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0022372To underwrite the relevant line of business within agreed business plan parameters, in line with underwriting authority, in order to achieve agreed combined ratio targets.**Job Responsibilities****What we ask of you:*** Working within a small underwriting team to provide operational and administrative support;* Servicing of a portfolio of commercial and financial institution clients;* Financial analysis of buyer risks including country and sector analysis;* Cross office engagement including liaison with Dubai and London;* Maintenance and on-going development of in-house systems and databases;* Engagement with business partners including clients and business introducers;* Contribute to the continued development of the Asia TCPRS portfolio;* To support with any special projects & ad-hoc duties as required;* Expectation for progression to take responsibility for the development of their own portfolio supported by full internal training;**What you will bring to the role:**The successful candidate will:* A minimum of 3 years work experience gained in a credit insurance environment, trade finance background or a rating agency as a financial/credit analyst.* Experience of multi-buyer trade credit insurance programs with Excess of Loss and Structured Trade Credit knowledge a benefit.* Knowledge of risk assessment and financial analysis including interpretation of financial information.* Good knowledge of the regional economies and major geo political events affecting the business environment.* Good computer literacy, with an excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office systems and the ability to develop a full understanding and capability of in-house and third party systems.* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and perform independently or effectively as part of a team.* The ability to communicate effectively and clearly with stake holders and business partners.