PpPermanent in Zurich, Switzerland /p pFrom breaking ground to laying foundations to opening day, large construction projects face a wide variety of risks at every stage. As a Construction Underwriter, you are at the forefront of the significant infrastructure investment trend we observe across the globe. We’re a leading insurance provider in this segment and bring our experience and insight, deep technical expertise and risk transfer solutions to serve our clients and partners. /p pGreat underwriting starts with great people. You will find that our teams are collaborative, down-to-earth and open to the new. /p pThis is a regulated role under the Central Bank of Ireland’s Fitness and Probity regime. /p h3What You’ll Be Doing /h3 ul liDeveloping and structuring tailor‑made solutions by considering the Construction Underwriting strategy and Underwriting policy to win new business and retain existing customers in the area of building construction works, green and renewable projects, oil/gas/chemical installations, power generation through to open‑cut mining. /li liProactively foster positive relationships with clients to get mutual understanding of their needs. /li liAdvise, assist and service clients on insurance and risk management matters to ensure client satisfaction and respond to client and AXA XL queries in a timely manner. /li liAssess the risk technically, evaluate appropriate risk premium by considering the risk costs inherent to the Construction Sector, reinsurance cessions as well as the underwriting and general administration costs to ensure profitability. /li liInitiate opportunities for cross‑selling. /li liEnsure proper hand‑over for timely implementation of new and renewed accounts according to AXA XL's quality standards (including policy, invoice and endorsement issuance). /li liPossibly develop the skills, knowledge and competencies of less experienced colleagues. /li liDevelop best practice and share underwriting knowledge within the team. /li /ul pYou will report to the Underwriting Construction Manager. /p h3What You’ll Bring /h3 h3Required Skills And Abilities /h3 ul liA completed degree in a technical or economic field, or a comparable qualification. /li liSeveral years of professional experience in underwriting in the construction and/or engineering sector with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. /li liFundamental knowledge of global construction underwriting; experience with large accounts is advantageous. /li liAbility to develop and maintain relationships with international clients and business partners and excellent marketing, presentation and negotiation skills. /li liExcellent analytical and conceptual skills, efficient and able to work independently by structuring the path forward. /li liDriven and solutions‑oriented personality, excelling in fast‑paced, dynamic, and energetic settings, with strong team collaboration skills. /li liWillingness to travel frequently and flexibility to accommodate travel requirements. /li liExcellent communication skills in English, German and further language skills are a plus. /li liVery good knowledge of the Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). /li /ul h3What we offer /h3 pAXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. /p ul liRobust support for Flexible Working Arrangements. /li liEnhanced family‑friendly leave benefits. /li liNamed to the Diversity Best Practices Index. /li liSignatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter. /li /ul h3Total Rewards /h3 pAXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. /p pWe’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr