Support the delivery of the UK Underwriting and Claims strategy through marketing and delivery of Underwriting services to UK & Life and Health clientsKey Responsibilities:Responsible for developing and maintain the UK Underwriting philosophy, ensuring the interests of the UK market when prioritising and coordinating revisions to their philosophySupport Business Development in the completion of tender responses by providing the Underwriting input for a compelling tender pitchUK subject matter expert for conducting research for their Underwriting manualTechnical link between UK Underwriting, Marketing teams and Medical research teamMonitor medical advancements that have the potential to impact UK Protection products and Underwriting & Claims philosophiesProvide informed, expert view to the Underwriting & Claims Strategy Manager, of UK innovation opportunitiesBuilding a detailed understanding of target companies strategy, plan and reinsurance drivers and requirements together with business development and actuariesContributing ideas to support the positive development of the client relationship and the Underwriting proposition in generalUse desktop and other research to track competitor and market developmentsSupport the underwriting operations team with assessment of client referrals when neededCompetencies:Drives results (they think big) you consistently achieve results even under tough circumstances, with the organisations performance in the front of your mind. You make good and timely decisions to keep things moving, using analysis, experience and judgementBusiness insight (they think big) you can apply your knowledge of the business and the market to advance your business and wider organisations goalsCollaboration (they lead the we) you identify opportunities and bring the right people together to work on a common goal, encouraging diversity of opinion, whilst maintaining clarity and unity of directionClient focus (they grow with their clients) you build and maintain strong client relationships (internal and external), listening to their needs and working with them to ensure value is createdCultivates innovation (they grow with their clients) you create new and better ways for Munich Re to be successful e.g., generating ideas, creating efficiencies, harnessing new technology etc.Courage (they care and dare) you are willing to challenge the status quo and address difficult issues, saying what you believe needs to be said. You also continue to operate effectively even when things are uncertain and the way forward is unclearPersuades (they are clear and authentic) you use clear and compelling arguments to gain the support, enthusiasm and commitment of others, whilst ensuring you take time to actively listen to the diversity of views and opinionsKey Skills & Experience:Experience working with a reinsurerConfident individual with excellent communication and presentation skillsExtensive knowledge of the UK market (Life and living benefits)Previous involvement in product development projects or other cross department projectsAbility to prioritise various tasksStrong organisational skills in order to meet deadlines and manage client expectationsProducing high quality written material
Job Title
Senior Underwriting Consultant