Job Description
Job Description Reporting to the Head of Business Lines Underwriting, the Head of Casualty & SME will have full responsibility to manage and drive the overall success of our Casualty & SME portfolio's by using their knowledge and expertise. Your Role Applies and supports the development of The Zurich Way of Underwriting elements within area of expertise completing assignments of high complexity, dealing with other risks on referral and working within a high level of delegated authority Specific job tasks for area of responsibility include: Develop and implement business plans and pricing strategies, aligned with Global, Business Division, Business Unit and Regional strategies Provide technical underwriting expertise and guidance to Sales and Distribution, and Operations Teams in support of the achievement of business plans Handle a range of queries and requests for empowerment within agreed authority limits Implement best practice portfolio management tools and techniques Continually monitor claims and micro/ macro economic trends to ensure correct strategies and lessons learned are incorporated within the line of business strategies Lead the continuing development of technical underwriting standards, controls, practices and procedures Identify and prioritise opportunities for development of new or enhanced propositions based on technical, customer and distributor insights Lead the design and delivery of the Risk Coverage components of key propositions Provide guidance to others and proactively support the development of self and others Provide regular and timely management reports with recommendations Your Responsibilities The key responsibilities will include but not necessarily be limited to the following:- Portfolio management responsibility for the Casualty & SME portfolio's including holding profit and loss responsibility Develops, leads and implements the Casualty business strategy and drives profitable growth Supports in delivery of the SME business strategy in conjunction with the Head of SME Working with the Business Lines Transformation Project Team and supporting the Head of SME, on the design and implementation of our new technology platform Development of products, propositions and technical skills to support them Works closely with Sales & Distribution, Market Facing Underwriters and Claims and Actuarial to enable the achievement of business plans Demonstrate specialised knowledge and expertise in products and industry and lead projects to develop technical standards, controls and practices for areas of expertise Drive initiatives and action plans Active engagement with customers, business partners and active engagement and influence of trade and industry groups, ensuring a strong external leadership profile for the individual and Zurich Working under limited direction, executes The Zurich Way of Underwriting Comply with Zurich Risk Policy, Global Underwriting Policies as well as local regulatory and industry requirements Your Skills and Experience Ideally the candidate will have at least 10 years at a senior management level working across a Casualty or SME portfolio Demonstrate advanced technical knowledge and skills reflective of a seasoned practitioner who has progressed within underwriting positions of increasing responsibility Has a high level of UW authority and involved in trade and industry bodies for area of specialism Excellent knowledge of UW concepts and principles and UW metrics Demonstrate the tools and techniques for portfolio management Strong analytical skills and decision-making ability Ability to work to strict deadlines and ambitious targets Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship building skills People management and key stakeholder management skills with clear ability to influence Has built strong key relationships with external brokers and customers Strong commercial acumen and can "trade" within what is a dynamic and fast-moving external marketplace Additional Information At Zurich, we are committed to supporting every employee to progress in their careers and therefore encourage internal moves by a transparent posting and selection process. Work location is Ireland. Position can be Dublin or Wexford based but travel to the specific office will be required a minimum of 2 days a to other locations may be required. If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then we are looking forward to receiving your application. This role may be available both part or full-time. Please discuss with us the flexibility you may require. Closing date for applications is Friday, 25th October 2024. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may take place before closing date. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich Ireland employee you will benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit. At Zurich Ireland, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ+, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let's Create a Brighter Future Together!