Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Duration: Permanent Location: Dublin (hybrid) Job Ref: 202789 About the role Ecclesiastical Insurance Ireland , who are proudly part of Benefact Group are looking for a Deputy Head of Underwriting to join our Dublin office on a hybrid basis.
This role will play a crucial role in contributing and actively supporting the development and delivery of Ireland underwriting strategy, building Ecclesiastical's reputation for expertise in the market ensuring internal and external regulatory compliance.
Joining our rapidly expanding and innovative Group presents a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and become an integral part of an inclusive, purpose-led organisation.
Key responsibilities Contribute and actively support the development and delivery of Ireland underwriting strategy which supports Ireland risk appetite, delivers profitable growth in Ireland and sustainable underwriting Responsibility for portfolio optimisation and pricing in Ireland covering the development, monitoring/reviewing and implementation of competitive pricing reviews within local and Group risk appetite (alongside our experienced Actuarial team) Assessment of portfolio opportunities including schemes or portfolios of business that would contribute to sustained profitable growth Motivate and lead the development and performance of team to ensure strong underwriting capability and risk selection and a compliant, efficient service to brokers and customers In partnership with Group Reinsurance, ensure reinsurance is in place for all business written Operate in line with Ireland control environment (inc agreed authorities, business standards), risk management framework and Ireland regulatory and compliance requirements Work collaboratively with peers across Ireland, GI and Group Underwriting ensuring local Underwriting strategy and practice aligned to Group Ensure Underwriting quality is in line with Underwriting strategy through; a) development and coaching of Underwriting staff and b) timely and appropriate quality control checks (audits of both of internal underwriters and Delegated Authority brokers) Keep up to date with market developments and build a strong, supportive network internally and externally Knowledge, skills and experience Minimum ACII qualification, FCII preferred Significant experience at a senior underwriting leadership level in commercial insurance Significant experience in property & casualty underwriting Highly credible in Ireland General Insurance market, with personal authority and credibility to establish a strong Ecclesiastical presence Outstanding commercial business acumen and judgement Excellent analytical and numerical skills Strategic thinker, with ability to translate strategy into operational delivery Highly impactful strategic communicator and negotiator, able to build effective relationships and influence key stakeholders, both internally and externally Strong negotiation and trading skills Experience of dealing with reinsurance desirable Strong leadership and engagement skills, with demonstrable ability to lead, direct and coach both own direct reports and wider team.
Track record of delivering cultural change, creating empowered and disciplined high performing teams Demonstrable predisposition and ability to work collaboratively with other Ireland functions and Group functions.
What we offer A competitive salary - let's discuss it Hybrid working Defined Contribution Personal Pension - up to 12% employer contribution Annual Bonus scheme up to 40% 28 days annual leave plus public holidays A holiday buy and sell scheme An array of health and wellbeing benefits, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance and Employee Assistance Programme Support for your personal development including sponsorship for insurance qualifications Great career development opportunities A 'world class' place to work (external employee engagement accreditation by Best Companies, an independent company who specialise in employee engagement) About us We are a unique financial services organisation, owned by a registered charity, Benefact Trust.
We are a financially secure, professional and award-winning organisation.
We pride ourselves in donating a significant proportion of our profits to good causes.
To find out more about us and our fantastic achievements please visit About Ecclesiastical Committed to making a difference We think that people are looking for something worthwhile in a company beyond the workplace.
Our employees are encouraged to take at least one day a year to help a charity of their choice, offering practical and professional support, as part of our MyGiving programme.
Our staff know how to work hard but also how to enjoy themselves!
We pride ourselves on creating an appropriate work-life balance, valuing wellbeing, flexibility and being part of a team.
At Benefact Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture and building an environment where each and every one of us feels valued and respected.
We are a community made up of people with a range of different backgrounds, abilities, perspectives, beliefs and interests and we value the strength this brings to us as a Group.
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