General Re
Casualty Facultative Underwriter Associate
General Re, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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General Re Corporation, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is a holding company for global reinsurance and related operations, with more than 2,000 employees worldwide. It owns General Reinsurance Corporation and General Reinsurance AG, which conducts business as Gen Re.
Gen Re delivers reinsurance solutions to the Life/Health and Property/Casualty insurance industries. Represented in all major reinsurance markets through a network of 38 offices, we have earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies.
We are currently offering an excellent opportunity within Casualty Facultative North America (CFNA) for an Underwriter Associate. This opening is not for a specific location, but preference willbe given to candidates who are able to work out of a U.S. Branch Office of Gen Re (Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia).
Role Description Gen Re provides Underwriter Associates with a high level of authority, productivity and empowerment early in their career. Initially, training is provided with an intensive program called "JumpSchool". Our mentoring program alsoprovides Underwriter Associates the opportunity to manage a book of business.
All work is completed withinteams; working effectively in a team environment is paramount. Successful candidates will possess a positive attitude, acceptresponsibility and accountability, technical aptitude, diverse interpersonal skills, ability to lead and are self-motivated.
As an Underwriter, this positionoffers a continuing variety of tasks. Underwriterswork with our clients (i.e. insurance companies)in assessing individual risk and related volatility, by utilizing data researchand rating models. Underwriters are responsible for understanding basic andstandardized contracts and policy forms, negotiate the transfer of risk,pricing directly with the client. Underwriters are provided the opportunity to travel and meet face-to-face with clients.
On themarketing or sales side, Underwriters strive to build lasting relationshipswith their clients. Marketing effortsinclude a variety of touchpoints, including client entertainment, industry events, meetings/presentations, and written communication.
Responsibilities continue to growand evolve throughout one's career at Gen Re. Our employees enjoy a strong work/life balance, flexibility, quality work environment, comprehensive benefits and a competitive compensation structure. We are continually committed to strengthening our employee's professional skills, expand industry knowledge and personal growth. Role Qualifications and Experience College degree Suggested majors: Liberal Arts, Risk Management, Economics, Business Prior intern or work-related industry experience Solid software skills Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong client/marketing presentation Capacity to work in a team environment Strong critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity Eligible to work in the US
Salary Range 63,000.00 - 84,000.00 USD The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the US and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.
Our Corporate Headquarters Address
General Reinsurance Corporation 400 Atlantic Street, 9th Floor Stamford, CT 06901 (US)
At General Re Corporation, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. It is the General Re Corporation's continuing policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, past or present disability , marital status, liability for service in the armed forces, veterans' status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Gen Re provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
We are currently offering an excellent opportunity within Casualty Facultative North America (CFNA) for an Underwriter Associate. This opening is not for a specific location, but preference willbe given to candidates who are able to work out of a U.S. Branch Office of Gen Re (Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia).
Role Description Gen Re provides Underwriter Associates with a high level of authority, productivity and empowerment early in their career. Initially, training is provided with an intensive program called "JumpSchool". Our mentoring program alsoprovides Underwriter Associates the opportunity to manage a book of business.
All work is completed withinteams; working effectively in a team environment is paramount. Successful candidates will possess a positive attitude, acceptresponsibility and accountability, technical aptitude, diverse interpersonal skills, ability to lead and are self-motivated.
As an Underwriter, this positionoffers a continuing variety of tasks. Underwriterswork with our clients (i.e. insurance companies)in assessing individual risk and related volatility, by utilizing data researchand rating models. Underwriters are responsible for understanding basic andstandardized contracts and policy forms, negotiate the transfer of risk,pricing directly with the client. Underwriters are provided the opportunity to travel and meet face-to-face with clients.
On themarketing or sales side, Underwriters strive to build lasting relationshipswith their clients. Marketing effortsinclude a variety of touchpoints, including client entertainment, industry events, meetings/presentations, and written communication.
Responsibilities continue to growand evolve throughout one's career at Gen Re. Our employees enjoy a strong work/life balance, flexibility, quality work environment, comprehensive benefits and a competitive compensation structure. We are continually committed to strengthening our employee's professional skills, expand industry knowledge and personal growth. Role Qualifications and Experience College degree Suggested majors: Liberal Arts, Risk Management, Economics, Business Prior intern or work-related industry experience Solid software skills Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong client/marketing presentation Capacity to work in a team environment Strong critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity Eligible to work in the US
Salary Range 63,000.00 - 84,000.00 USD The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the US and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.
Our Corporate Headquarters Address
General Reinsurance Corporation 400 Atlantic Street, 9th Floor Stamford, CT 06901 (US)
At General Re Corporation, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. It is the General Re Corporation's continuing policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, past or present disability , marital status, liability for service in the armed forces, veterans' status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Gen Re provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.