At a Glance
- Tasks: Underwrite credit and political risk, focusing on aviation finance and complex transactions.
- Company: Join Everest, a global leader in risk management with over 50 years of expertise.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and career development.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in a collaborative team while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in underwriting and strong relationship management skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
About Everest: Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.
The Opportunity: Everest is seeking a Senior Underwriter to join the Credit and Political Risk team in London. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a well established portfolio while supporting the continued growth of key segments, including aviation finance.
Team Overview: The Credit and Political Risk team at Everest is a core specialty business within Global Wholesale and Specialty, with underwriting hubs in London, the US and Singapore. The team is a highly regarded lead market with deep expertise across sovereign risk, structured credit, political risk and complex asset‑backed exposures. With more than a decade of underwriting history at Everest, the portfolio is well established and diversified, with a strong track record of disciplined underwriting and market credibility. The platform continues to see strong demand and is well positioned for further growth, supported by continued investment in talent and capability. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and experienced team, working across a broad range of countries, industries and asset classes, with the ability to make a meaningful impact from day one.
What you will be doing:
- Underwrite a broad portfolio of credit and political risk business across sovereign risk, structured credit, political risk, project finance and asset‑backed transactions.
- Take a lead role in developing and growing the aviation finance portfolio, identifying new opportunities and deepening existing relationships.
- Assess and select risks through disciplined credit and sovereign analysis, structuring solutions aligned to underwriting appetite.
- Price and structure transactions using appropriate analytical tools, ensuring risks are written on a sustainable and profitable basis.
- Document underwriting decisions clearly, supported by robust risk and pricing analysis.
- Negotiate policy terms and wordings in collaboration with internal stakeholders including legal and underwriting teams.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with global banking clients, financial institutions and brokers.
- Represent Everest externally at client meetings, market engagements and industry conferences.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of underwriting strategy, portfolio construction and risk appetite.
- Support a collaborative and high‑performing team environment, sharing expertise and market insight.
What we are looking for:
- Experience underwriting credit and political risk business within the London Market or international markets.
- Exposure to aviation finance, asset‑backed finance or structured credit transactions.
- Strong understanding of credit analysis, sovereign risk and transaction structuring.
- Ability to assess complex risks and translate them into clear underwriting decisions.
- Commercial mindset with the ability to originate and develop business opportunities.
- Strong relationship management skills across brokers and financial institutions.
- Experience in negotiating policy wordings and working with internal stakeholders.
- Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑performing environment.
- Collaborative approach, with a willingness to contribute to team development and broader business strategy.
- A background in finance, economics or a related discipline is beneficial, but not essential.
What if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.
Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Primary Location: London
Senior Credit and Political Risk Underwriter in London employer: Everest
Everest International Insurance is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment in the heart of London. With a strong commitment to employee growth and development, we provide opportunities to engage with a diverse portfolio while making a meaningful impact in the field of credit and political risk underwriting. Our inclusive culture fosters innovation and teamwork, ensuring that every team member can thrive and contribute to our mission of enabling businesses and economies to flourish.
