Senior Underwriter / Underwriter (Middle Market / Commercial Insurance) — Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- internship
- Posted
- 18 days ago
Role overview
Job Summary
Responsible for multi-lines business but mainly to focus on Property & Casualty portfolios KPIs performance of the Hong Kong Business Unit focusing on Mid-Market domestic business
Underwrite and analyze new and renewal business within delegated authority levels
- Job Summary
- Responsible for multi-lines business but mainly to focus on Property & Casualty portfolios KPIs performance of the Hong Kong Business Unit focusing on Mid-Market domestic business
Application process
- all Underwriting elements for new business & renewals in handling the assignments of the highest complexity and works within delegated authorities, measuring exposure & analyzing risk, determining technical price according to certified/agreed pricing process, quoting & setting coverage, negotiating terms & conditions
- Contribute to managing accounts; build relationships in support of customer/ business acquisition and retention (e.g. by handling a range of queries, providing advice to assist with the development of an account; implementing agreed technical standards, controls, practices and procedures, thereby maintaining underwriting discipline
- Timely update and use of Underwriting Scorecards and other MI tools & processes to proactively manage and improve the portfolios mix & performance and pipelines management Job Qualifications Degree holder
- Minimum 2 years working experience in General Insurance program
- Good multi-lines underwriting knowledge mainly on Property & Casualty business
- Good knowledge & experience in evaluating middle market exposures as well as directing and assisting others in analyzing unusual risks
- Experience & knowledge in negotiating mid-market deals; demonstrate in-depth experience with middle market customers and delivering customer service options
- Proven experience in troubleshooting and overcoming difficult issues with brokers and creating and delivering programs for addressing the needs of multiple or large producers To be a team player Fluency in English & Cantonese; Mandarin-speaking is an added advantage
Additional details
- Develop and maintain relationships with brokers and other distributors in support of business retention and acquisition and work with customers and distributors to determine their insurance related needs & provide solutions, and contribute to the development of propositions Job Accountabilities
- Apply all Underwriting elements for new business & renewals in handling the assignments of the highest complexity and works within delegated authorities, measuring exposure & analyzing risk, determining technical price according to certified/agreed pricing process, quoting & setting coverage, negotiating terms & conditions
- Timely update and use of Underwriting Scorecards and other MI tools & processes to proactively manage and improve the portfolios mix & performance and pipelines management Job Qualifications
- Proven experience in troubleshooting and overcoming difficult issues with brokers and creating and delivering programs for addressing the needs of multiple or large producers To be a team player Fluency in English & Cantonese; Mandarin-speaking is an added advantage
- Candidates with more solid Underwriting experiences will be considered for other positions
- Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet . Remote working: Hybrid
Notes and original content
- Develop and maintain relationships with brokers and other distributors in support of business retention and acquisition and work with customers and distributors to determine their insurance related needs & provide solutions, and contribute to the development of propositions
- Job Accountabilities
- Timely update and use of Underwriting Scorecards and other MI tools & processes to proactively manage and improve the portfolios mix & performance and pipelines management
- Job Qualifications
- Degree holder
- Proven experience in troubleshooting and overcoming difficult issues with brokers and creating and delivering programs for addressing the needs of multiple or large producers
- To be a team player
- Fluency in English & Cantonese;
- Mandarin-speaking is an added advantage
- Why Zurich
Questions about this listing
What salary does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) lists CHF 142'000 - 249'500 gross per year for this position in Lugano. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a internship position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status. Note: this listing allows remote work — teleworking above 25 % of your time can shift your social-security base to Italy, so confirm the agreed remote share with HR before signing.
How do I apply for this position at Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)'s original listing at careers.zurich.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
