Senior Underwriter Engineering
Pubblicato il 04-08-2026 - Altro in Italia
Role Overview Senior Engineering & Construction Underwriter at Howden. Responsible for underwriting Engineering & Construction risks, conducting risk assessments, and delivering timely, high‐quality responses. Based in Milan, reports directly to the Underwriting Director – Engineering & Construction.
Responsibilities Handle quotation requests for various types of Engineering & Construction risks in line with the Line of Business risk appetite.
Underwrite policies including CAR, EAR, IDI, Machinery Breakdown, Leasing, EEI, CPE, Property through technical analysis, risk evaluation, and pricing.
Build and maintain relationships with the distribution network of more than 1,200 agents and brokers.
Support monitoring portfolio performance and underwriting results.
Define and implement product and pricing strategies within the Line of Business.
Review and analyze Loss Prevention and Technical Control reports.
Deliver technical and commercial training and support to agents and brokers.
Collaborate closely with the Claims team to ensure underwriting consistency and enhance service quality.
Key Requirements Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering.
Significant experience in Engineering & Construction underwriting as a Senior Underwriter or solid experience in the P&C; insurance sector (insurance companies, MGAs, brokers).
Proactive, strong commercial orientation and goal‐focused attitude.
Excellent negotiation and relationship‐building skills.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: EUR65,000–EUR75,000 (package varies with experience and seniority).
Variable Pay: annual discretionary premio.
Benefits: healthcare, accident, long‐term care, temporary death insurance, long‐service award programme, meal vouchers, welfare package, hybrid working.
Permanent contract under the CCNL per i Dipendenti delle Agenzie di Assicurazione in Gestione Libera – UNAPASS – ANAPA.
Equal pay, pay transparency and no salary‐history inquiries in line with the EU Pa