Underwriting Assistant- General Property

Found in: Talent US C2 - 2 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Swiss Re Full time

About the Role

Underwriting Associates  provide support for the Underwriter and the Underwriting process  through partnership with team members, the client and collaboration with internal functions such as Products, Finance, Claims and Policy Processing. This role supports handling of renewals, new business, invoicing and endorsements.

Conduct preliminary deal analysis; prepare applicable account data for review by underwriter or client manager. Review, verify and organize detailed source documents from clients applying standard guidelines and procedures to determine next steps. Partner with the client or process owner to resolve any errors and complete the transaction. Document preparation for issuance and review for customer acceptance. Written and verbal communication with colleagues and clients in timely responses to inquiries regarding files, records and other documentation. Collaborate in developing concepts, processes, and critical success factors for achieving high success in operations.

About the Team

Our team brings valuable support to the Underwriting functions of North America General Property. We pride ourselves on accuracy, problem resolution and unrivaled industry knowledge.  Our Underwriting Associates are knowledgeable workers who contribute to the overall success of our business unit.  This is a dynamic organization with a team that stretches around the world

About You

Are you  detail-oriented  with a strong customer focus and possess solid interpersonal skills? Do you  thrive on building effective working relationships  in a multi-cultural environment? If so and you are keen on working collaboratively in a matrix environment and have  excellent  listening, reading, written and verbal  communication skills  then this role may be for you

Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required. Minimum 3 to 5 years relevant insurance experience in Underwriting support. Knowledge and understanding of commercial (property / casualty) insurance principles and practices preferred. Experience composing business correspondence . Excellent computer skills - Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Demonstrated knowledge of arithmetic and algebra, administrative and clerical procedures including managing files and records, general economic, accounting and exceptional customer service principles. Proven ability working in globally located team situations; understanding and demonstrating sensitivity toward cultural differences. Ability to establish priorities  and to plan, coordinate and monitor personal work plan to remain current on deliverables with oversight of multiple tasks. Fully proficient in the English language.

About Swiss Re Corporate Solutions 

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer. We anticipate and manage risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime.

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions is the commercial insurance arm of the Swiss Re Group. We offer innovative insurance solutions to large and midsized multinational corporations from our approximately 50 locations worldwide. We help clients mitigate their risk exposure, whilst our industry-leading claims service provides them with additional peace of mind.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. Swiss Re Corporate Solutions embraces a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.


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