Liability Underwriter

Job description

We are looking for a Liability Underwriter, based in Tokyo, Japan.  

Your Team 

Our team is committed to delivering exceptional Liability Underwriting services in Japan, ensuring comprehensive risk assessment and tailored solutions for our clients. We leverage our deep understanding of the local market and regulatory environment to provide accurate and timely insights. Collaborating closely with our clients, we strive to support their business objectives while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. 

The Impact You Will Have  

You will report to the Regional Head of Liability and Senior Underwriter, General Manager, Liability Department, Japan, Underwriting Division. 

Some of your specific responsibilities could include: 

• Execute and support both local and global Line of Business (LoB) strategies. 

• Manage the local LoB portfolio to meet global targets. 

• Develop strong relationships with brokers and clients for collaboration and growth. 

• Implement local underwriting strategies and assist in global strategy development. 

• Steer and control the local LoB portfolio to achieve financial targets. 

• Drive underwriting planning and monitor adherence, taking corrective actions as needed. 

• Collaborate with functional areas to review the underwriting life cycle performance. 

• Ensure underwriting consistency and compliance with corporate guidelines and regulatory frameworks. 

• Handle referral/case underwriting for key clients as needed. 

• Support product development and implementation, including pricing tools. 

• Communicate local LoB strategy externally and represent Allianz positively. 

• Drive involvement of functional areas in the underwriting process. 

What You’ll Bring to the Role 

• Demonstrate expertise in underwriting with a focus on risk assessment and management. 

• Apply evaluation and measurement skills within sales and distribution contexts. 

• Manage policy and handle underwriting processes efficiently. 

• Exhibit strong communication and presentation skills. 

• Communicate effectively in Japanese. 

• Possess proficiency in English language communication. 

• Utilize influencing skills to persuade and motivate others to take action. 

• Employ analytical skills to assess and interpret complex data. 

• A basic understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in business is essential.  

72242 | Underwriting | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Commercial | Full-Time | Permanent