Underwriter, Property Coverholder and Delegated Authority presso Canopius Services Ltd
Canopius Services Ltd · Sydney, Australia · Hybrid
- Professional
- Ufficio in Sydney
Description
This position has the responsibility to produce and underwrite risks appropriate to the defined Class of business on behalf of the syndicate in accordance with the approved business plan and defined personal authority limits. He/she will work within a team and report directly to the Head of Property and a matrix line to the Global Head of Property.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Effectively manage the day-to-day tasks associated with managing the binders and the broader portfolio.
Assist the Head of Property in effectively managing and implementing the portfolio strategy
Technically underwrite renewal and new business by reviewing cover holder business plans & guidelines.
Collaborate closely with internal colleagues and stakeholders, including the cat modelling team, pricing actuaries, claims and other lines of business
Continually monitor performance of binders, and identify changes as required.
Grow the property binder portfolio in line with identified risk appetite and Property binder strategy.
Prepare referrals to the Head of Property for items above individual underwriting authority or outside of the agreed Terms & Conditions of the binder contract.
Collaborate closely with Delegated Authority Management (DAM) team to ensure adherence to compliance & regulatory requirements.
Maintain and develop strong cover holder and broker relationships through regular strategic market facing interactions.
Qualifications
Skills & Experience
Strong analytical and risk assessment skills
Minimum 3 years Commercial Property underwriting experience
Detailed understanding of commercial Property exposures.
Lloyd’s and London market experience would be an advantage.
Degree preferable but not essential
Proficient in using software relating risk assessment.
Company
We offer all employees a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on their whole wellbeing. This includes hybrid working, a competitive base salary, pension contributions, flexible benefits, discretionary bonus, insurances including health (family) cover, and many other benefits to enhance financial, physical, social and psychological health.
About Canopius
Canopius is a global specialty lines (re)insurer. We are one of the leading insurers in the Lloyd’s of London insurance market with offices in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia and Bermuda.
At Canopius we foster a distinctive, positive culture which enables us to bring our whole selves to work to flourish as people, and build a business which delivers profitable, sustainable results.
Canopius operates a flexible, hybrid working model and is committed to providing an environment that challenges employees to be their best and where everyone's unique contributions are recognised, valued and respected.
We are fully committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made regardless of age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, religion or beliefs, marital or caring status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage and welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds.
We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Please let us know if you require any information in an alternate format or any other reasonable adjustments.
