Senior Underwriter, Surety - Netherlands

Zurich Commercial Insurance Benelux is part of the Zurich Group and is one of the most specialized insurance companies within non-life insurance for local and international business in the Benelux market. Within Commercial Insurance Zurich offers a broad range of local and international insurance solutions from medium local to large multinational companies. As part of the overall strategy ‘together for our customers’ we would like to expand our Surety team. Our Surety team is responsible for issuing bonds (bank guarantees) to mid/large corporate clients in many different sectors. Performing credit analysis and understanding the financial wellbeing of our clients is therefore critical to the success of our portfolio. Therefore knowledge of balance sheets, cash flows and financing are important. You will directly deal with CFO’s and/or other finance decision makers.

Are you ready to start a new adventure within a market leader of the insurance industry? 

This hybrid role will based in our office in The Hague, the Netherlands.

Your role 

As a senior underwriter surety your main responsibilities will involve:

• Organize, lead and participate in client meetings and networks 
• Relationship management of current portfolio
• Acquisition of clients in Mid and Large Corporate segment 
• Analysis of Surety exposures (including international programs) 
• Independent review of corporate credit information: annual statements, interim reporting, budgets and credit lines; create risk assessments and annual reviews 
• Processing of contractual documentation where applicable teaming up with banks or other insurers. Knowledge of LMA-documentation is an asset
• Issuance of guarantees 

Your Skills and Experience 

• Preferably master degree (Economics, Business Law) or equivalent by experience. 
• Curiosity, entrepreneurial skills and ability to work in a small team 
• Experience of at least 5 years as a Relationship Manager / Account manager Finance with a bank related to Credit and/or Surety experience with a corporate insurer doing business in Mid and Large Corporate segment 
• A proven technical knowledge and good commercial and analytical skills 
• Fluent in Dutch and English – spoken and written; (French is an asset) 
• Affinity with IT systems and good knowledge of MS Office applications 

We offer  

An international, entrepreneurial, and informal working environment with professional growth and development opportunities. We offer a package that aligns with your experience and the responsibilities of your future role.

Who we are   

Looking for a challenging and inspiring work environment where you can make a difference? Zurich Commercial Insurance Benelux is part of the Zurich Group and is one of the most specialized insurance companies within non-life insurance for local and international business in the Benelux market. Millions of individuals and businesses place their trust in Zurich products and services every day.   

Are you ready to start a new adventure at the forefront of the commercial insurance industry?   

Our 61’000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, enabling businesses and communities to face a world of risk with confidence. If you are looking to be supported by a world-class team who believe in helping you to reach your full potential and deliver on our promises, join Team Zurich! 

People are Zurich’s most important asset. Their varied skills, perspectives and experiences drive innovation. And they reflect the breadth and diversity of our customers, suppliers, communities and investors around the world. We are committed to attracting and retaining talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

Zurich does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. 

Be challenged. Be inspired. Help us make a difference.  

Only direct applications are processed. No acquisition via third party companies. 

Must currently reside within Netherlands