Career Opportunities at ATIDI
Deputy Chief Underwriting Officer & Bilingual Political Risk Analyst
The African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) is a pan-African multilateral financial institution established in 2001 by African States. ATIDI was launched with the technical and financial support from the World Bank Group and has had more recent support from the African Development Bank, the European Investment Bank and KfW Development Bank. ATIDI has grown into a market leader for risk mitigation in Africa, establishing itself as Africa’s primary trade and investment insurer and one of Africa’s largest Development Finance Institutions.
ATIDI provides political and credit risk insurance to companies, investors and lenders doing business in Africa. ATIDI has maintained an investment grade rating of “A” from S&P and Moody’s for Financial Strength and Counterparty Credit. ATIDI’s membership includes 24 African Member States and 13 institutional shareholders and 1 non-African State. Besides its head office in Nairobi, ATIDI currently has offices in Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia.
Working at ATIDI offers a unique career opportunity in one of the leading DFIs on the continent. Candidates are invited to apply for the below vacant positions:
1. Deputy Chief Underwriting Officer
2. Bilingual Political Risk Analyst
Role Description
The role description and fuller details of the duties and responsibilities of each of the positions is posted here:
Deputy Chief Underwriting Officer, Kenya
Bilingual Political Risk Analyst, Côte d'Ivoire
Qualifications, Experience and other Attributes
Successful candidates must possess the qualifications, experience and attributes as indicated under the respective job descriptions. The roles require excellent written and spoken English communication skills. Proficiency in French language and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment will be an added advantage.
How to Apply:
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Please submit an Application Letter, Personal History Form (Please click on the link to download the form ATIDI Personal-History-Form 20260618.xlsx ) CV, plus details of your current remuneration package along with details of three referees to sendcv@africsearch.com.
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The closing date for application has been extended to Thursday, 6 August 2026 at 11:59 pm Nairobi time. (Please note that if you have already successfully submitted your application, there is no need to reapply. This extension has been granted solely to allow applicants who were unable to complete their submissions due to the recent technical challenges additional time to apply).
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Only applicants who are being actively considered for an interview will be contacted.
ATIDI offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment commensurate with other multilaterals. ATIDI reserves the right to not make an appointment to the above vacancy, or to make an appointment at a slightly higher or lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
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Commercial Underwriter
Reporting to: Head of Renewals – South
Location: Home-based, covering a portfolio across South West England and Wales, with regular travel to client meetings across the region and twice-monthly team meetings at the Rearsby, Leicestershire office
Position Type: Permanent, 35 hours per week
Why Tokio Marine HCC?
Standing still is not an option in the current world of Insurance. TMHCC are one of the world’s leading Specialty Insurers. With deep expertise in our chosen lines of business, our unparalleled track record and a solid balance sheet, TMHCC evaluates and manages risk like no one else in the industry. Looking beyond profit, empowering our people and delivering on our commitments are at the core of our customer values, and so is a desire to grow and provide creative and innovative solutions to our clients.
Job Purpose:
As a Commercial Underwriter, you will be responsible for managing and underwriting a portfolio of trade credit insurance policies across a range of industry sectors, including construction. You will assess, price and structure new and renewal business, working closely with brokers, clients and internal teams to deliver commercially sound underwriting decisions and support the continued growth of the Credit portfolio.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced underwriter to take ownership of a varied regional portfolio, develop strong broker and client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of our Credit business.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage a portfolio of trade credit insurance policies across agreed sectors and territories
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Assess, price and structure new business opportunities using appropriate underwriting tools, including claims ratio analysis, excess calculations and pricing models
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Prepare renewal terms, present recommendations for approval where required, and negotiate terms with brokers and clients to support retention and premium targets
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Build and maintain strong broker and client relationships through regular meetings, including inception, renewal and mid-term reviews
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Proactively work with brokers to identify and develop new business opportunities, including existing insured and uninsured prospects
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Resolve day-to-day policy and credit limit queries, ensuring policy operations run smoothly for clients and brokers
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Work within allocated authority levels, referring matters for approval where required in line with company authorisations
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Liaise with Risk Underwriting, Sales, Customer Relations, Claims, and technical and administrative support teams to ensure effective policy servicing
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Maintain accurate records of meetings, correspondence, decisions and action points, ensuring agreed actions are followed up promptly
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Support senior underwriters and managers with portfolio activity, departmental projects, IT developments, testing, training and occasional marketing activity
Skills and Experience Specification:
Essential:
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Level 3 qualifications (A Levels, CII Certificate etc) or equivalent professional experience.
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Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commercial underwriting, trade credit insurance or broking, including managing a portfolio and working with brokers or clients
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Strong understanding of trade credit insurance, including pricing, policy structures, risk assessment and portfolio management.
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Commercially aware, with the ability to balance client needs, broker relationships, risk appetite and profitability
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Confident using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams, with the ability to accurately maintain data and records.
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Strong communication and relationship-management skills, with the ability to engage confidently with brokers, clients and internal stakeholders
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Highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage competing priorities while working independently
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Strong written communication skills and a good level of numeracy, with the ability to interpret data and make sound underwriting decisions
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A full UK driving licence with maximum 3 points, and ability to travel regularly across the region as required
Desirable:
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Level 6 qualification (CII Advanced Diploma, Degree etc)
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Knowledge of the construction sector
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Knowledge of other specialist sectors relevant to trade credit insurance
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Export knowledge or experience supporting clients with international trade exposures
Company Benefits
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25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays (increasing to up to 30 for additional years’ service)
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Annual discretionary bonus
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Private medical insurance
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Private dental insurance
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Life assurance
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Non-contributory pension scheme
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Wellbeing allowance
What We Offer
The Tokio Marine HCC Group of Companies offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. We are a successful, dynamic organization experiencing rapid growth and are seeking energetic and confident individuals to join our team of professionals.
The Tokio Marine HCC Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit
www.tmhcc.com for more information about our companies.
To Apply: Please go to https://tmhcc.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Remote---UK/Commercial-Underwriter--South-Wales-and-South-West-England-_2026-736.
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Commercial Underwriter
Location: London
One of the largest global carriers is hiring for an additional Commercial Underwriter to join their expanding City based team.
The role:
This is a very high profile, senior position in the market commanding a high degree of autonomy focussed predominantly on mid-market and multinational risks within a well-established and respected team.
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You will play an integral part in promoting our client’s position in the trade credit market through handling a mix of existing and new business cases.
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Working on a portfolio of cases from £50 - £500m turnover you will deliver a best in class client and broker experience whilst always developing our client’s position in the market.
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You will use your proven experience to work closely with the established Risk Underwriting team where a detailed understanding of finance and economics will be highly beneficial.
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You will enjoy a high level of engagement with the brokers ensuring they get all the support they require and that they benefit from your in-depth knowledge of the trends in the market.
You will need:
Previous experience in a commercial trade credit insurance role.
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A commercial curiosity to be able to thoroughly understands the needs of all the clients in the portfolio.
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A proven track record in building and maintaining successful relationships with the broker community.
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Superb written and verbal communication skills.
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A thorough understanding of the UK and global economy.
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An ability to work independently and with a high level of accountability.
Confidentiality
We have over 25 years of experience placing across the TCI and Surety markets. We always understand the need for discretion.
To Apply: For further information on this role and trends in the market please contact me for a confidential conversation. Email: t.wade@butlerrose.com or call 07552 710 596.
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Business Development Manager – London
Location: London
Salary: Open (depending on experience)
We are supporting a Global Insurer who is looking for a Business Development Managers to join their credit insurance teams to cover London & South UK. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility and autonomy.
The Role:
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Identify and target potential clients through business analysis and research.
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Building, establishing and managing new / existing client relations to generate new business.
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Monitor industry trends, competitors, and market conditions to stay ahead of the curve and adjust sales tactics accordingly.
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Maintain and update a sales pipeline and providing accurate forecasts to management.
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Attend conferences, networking events, and client meetings to promote the firm’s risk mitigation services.
You need:
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A proven track record in B2B sales in trade credit insurance (or banking, commercial finance and other financial services will be considered).
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Proven track record for achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.
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Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Confidentiality
We have over 25 years of experience placing across the TCI and Surety markets. We always understand the need for discretion.
To Apply: For further information on this role and trends in the market please contact me for a confidential
conversation. Email: t.wade@butlerrose.com or call 07552 710 596.
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Account Handler - Broker
Location: North, UK.
Salary: Open (depending on experience), plus bonus
We are supporting a National Broker with a strong reputation for delivering specialist trade credit solutions across the UK.
We are looking for someone to support the Trade Credit team with the management of client accounts, ensuring smooth administration of policies, and delivering high-quality service to clients and insurers.
The Role:
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Provide day-to-day administrative support for Trade Credit Insurance accounts.
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Manage policy documentation, including issuance, renewals, endorsements, and cancellations.
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Support account managers in preparing renewal submissions and client reports.
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Monitor credit limits and ensure timely updates in line with insurer decisions.
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Handle client queries professionally and efficiently, ensuring a high level of service.
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Assist with premium calculations, invoicing, and credit control processes.
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Track claims notifications and support clients through the claims process where required.
You Need:
Understanding of Trade Credit Insurance principles and policy structures (desirable).
Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Confidentiality
We have over 25 years of experience placing across the TCI and Surety markets. We always understand the need for discretion.
To Apply: For further information on this role and trends in the market please contact me for a confidential
conversation. Email t.wade@butlerrose.com or call 07552 710 596.
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Mid-Market Account Executive
Location: London/Manchester
Salary: Open depending on experience, plus bonus
We are supporting a Leading Broker with a strong reputation for delivering specialist Trade Credit solutions across the UK.
This is a key role for someone who thrives in winning and building new business, and managing a portfolio of clients.
The Role:
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To lead the day-to-day servicing of Mid-Market clients across multiple industries.
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Client Relationship Management – be the primary point of contact and manage a portfolio of clients.
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Business Development – leveraging and develop new insurer relationships to deliver best-in-class service across target sectors.
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Provide strong technical capabilities to clients; including reviewing client documentation, preparing market presentations, marketing risks appropriately, and liaising with clients to resolve queries.
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Expected to build collaborative working relationships with underwriters, support client renewals and mid-term adjustments, maintain transparent communication, and uphold compliance with internal policies, procedures, and governance standards.
You need:
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Proven experience in Account Management and New Business across Trade Credit
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Insurance (Broker or Direct).
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Strong relationship-building skills, and an established network.
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Ability to work independently whilst working with the wider collaborative team.
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Strong communication, numeracy, decision-making, negotiation, and the ability to work independently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
Confidentiality
We have over 25 years of experience placing across the TCI and Surety markets. We always understand the need for discretion.
To Apply: For more information, please contact Tom Wade at t.wade@butlerrose.com for a confidential discussion, or call Tom 07552 710596.
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Senior Trade Credit Underwriter
Location: Houston, Texas
About the role
The Senior Underwriter manages key relationships and reviews complex transactions for key targeted Trade Credit brokers/markets/industries. This is an integral position that provides front facing external/internal marketing responsibilities as well as management of office underwriting duties and initiatives within their portfolio.
What you need to know:
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Developing strong relationships with brokers and clients to grow the Underwriter’s portfolio of trade credit business
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Underwriting large/complex, new and renewal insurance submissions and negotiating policy terms and conditions
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Analyzing domestic and international corporate credits, evaluating financial information, and recommending or approving appropriate credit limits and terms
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Professionally maintaining and properly servicing an existing portfolio of trade credit insurance business
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Marketing, selling and presenting to brokers and insureds to increase submission flow
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Engaging in various underwriting and marketing projects to improve overall company results
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Training, mentoring, providing technical direction to fellow Underwriters to contribute to group revenue targets and meeting internal operations/audit directives for the division
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Meeting operating and audit guidelines and goals of senior management
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Participating in and completing special projects as required by the profit center
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Regular collaboration with AIG distribution colleagues in identifying and closing trade credit opportunities
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Some travel required
What we’re looking for:
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Qualified candidates should have a background in credit or financial analysis and strong commercial development skills.
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5-7 years of experience in an underwriting capacity is preferred.
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Experience in trade credit, finance, or banking preferred
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High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Cap IQ, Salesforce, Factiva
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Strong commercial development skills
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Excellent organizational and communication skills
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Bachelor's degree in business or finance required. MBA preferable
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Second language proficiency valued
To Apply: Please send your CV and cover letter to tina.schloss@aig.com.
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Senior Surety Underwriter
Location: London
Salary: Open (depending on experience), plus bonus
We are proudly working exclusively with one of the market’s most respected insurers as they look to further scale their existing Surety team.
This pivotal role is an additional hire for a Surety professional (broker or underwriter) looking to make a career step up into a more senior Surety Underwriting position. Signed off at Board level this role is designed to fast track your career allowing you substantial long term influence as the business scales.
The Role
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As a Senior Surety Underwriter you will work as part of an established team with a proven track record of underwriting large UK and/or multinational risks.
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Focussing mainly on non-construction risks you will work closely with the Head of Surety and other well respected Surety Underwriters with a focus on the long term growth of the book.
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Your detail, focussed approach will ensure you assess a broad range of commercial sureties and guarantees working closely with the brokers and specialist retained legal support.
You Need
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A proven background in the London Surety market – either as an underwriter or broker (with financial analysis skills) will be considered.
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A meticulous financial analysis ability with a proven ability to understand the macro and micro economic environment.
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A proactive, relationships first approach to delivering best in class levels of service to support the clients and brokers.
Confidentiality
We have over 25 years of experience placing across the TCI and Surety markets. We always
understand the need for discretion.
To Apply: For further information on this role and trends in the market please contact Ian Bull for a confidential conversation. Email i.bull@butlerrose.com or call 07815 934 333.
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Senior Risk Underwriter
Location: London
Salary: Open (depending on experience), plus bonus
Butler Rose Insurance is proud to work on an exclusive retained basis for one of the largest global carriers for a commercially focussed Senior Risk Underwriter to join their expanding City based team.
This role allows an experience Risk underwriter to add real value to the whole underwriting process and will work very closely with the Commercial team.
The role
This is a very high profile, senior Risk Underwriting position in the market commanding a high degree
of autonomy within the company.
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You will play an integral part in the underwriting process underwriting and renewing credit limits across more than 160 countries handling a mix of existing and new business cases.
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You will working particularly closely with the SMT, the Brokers and the Clients enjoying a prominent position leading the credit reporting for Internal and Group Risk Committees.
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You will work closely with the Commercial Underwriting team covering both new business and existing clients ensuring a best in class level of service is achieved at all times.
You will need
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Previous experience as a Risk Underwriter in Trade Credit Insurance is considered essential for you to be successful for this role.
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A commercial curiosity from a Risk perspective for new and existing business enquires.
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A proven track record in working with Commercial Underwriting teams, building and maintaining. successful relationships with the Broking community.
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Superb numerical, financial, written and verbal communication skills.
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A thorough understanding of the UK and global economy.
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An ability to work independently and with a high level of accountability.
Confidentiality
We have over 25 years of experience placing across the TCI and Surety markets. We always
understand the need for discretion.
To Apply: For further information on this role and trends in the market please contact Ian Bull for a confidential conversation. Email i.bull@butlerrose.com or call 07815 934 333.
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