AVP, Senior Underwriter, Terrorism & Political Violence in London

Job DescriptionAre you looking for your next opportunity?Sompo has a unique opportunity for a AVP, Senior Underwriter, Terrorism & Political Violence in our Underwriting team.We are looking for an ambitious Senior Underwriter to join our Terrorism and Political Violence Team in London. In this role we will be looking for an underwriter with technical underwriting knowledge, strong market presence and relationships, as well as a good understanding of geopolitical affairs to navigate shifting global risks. Location: This position will be based out of our London office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environmentwhere our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.Our business, your impact, our opportunity:What you’ll be doing:Help execute on agreed strategy plan for Crisis ManagementHandling renewal and new business within agreed parametersUnderwrite all accounts in accordance with underwriting guideline and individual authority statementReporting – data analysis and assist with regular review of portfolioDealing with Exposure Management tools and assist exposure analysis team when requiredPreparing Frontsheets and UW rationales in readiness for peer reviewAttend client presentations and meetingsCompliance with and evidencing of conduct risk requirements, including PBQAReporting and tracking of outstanding audit / compliance requirements and liaising with internal auditBound premium monitoring through Power BI and GuidewireLiaising with insurance and reinsurance brokersTraining and educating junior members when requiredAd-hoc tasks & projectsBroker Engagement:Develop and maintain effective relationships with Lloyd’s and London market brokers, working collaboratively with colleagues to support the team’s broker strategy.Represent Sompo at broker and client meetings, the box at Lloyd’s and relevant industry events, with support where appropriate.Monitor competitor activity and market trends to inform pricing and product development strategies.Programme/Tools UsedImagerightPowerBI and GuidewireFront SheetsGuidewire / Account LogF Drive / ImagerightEBIX – Exposure HubWhat you’ll bring:The candidate needs to have:Minimum 3 years with the following Crisis Management ProductsTerrorism, Political Violence, Active AssailantPrior experience underwriting international clientsStrong attention to detailStrong problem solving and decision-making abilitiesExcellent written and oral communication skillsExceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a team-oriented approachAbility to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced, challenging environmentNumerate and an eye for detailAbility to organise efficientlyStrong time managementStrong administration skills / file keepingComprehensive computer skills, including Microsoft Office Excel etc.At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees.Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, when the Company does well and lower incentive awards when the Company underperforms. The total compensation opportunity for all regular, full-time employees is a combination of base salary and incentives that gets adjusted upfront based on overall Company performance with final awards based on individual performance.We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans remain competitive and meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below is a summary of some of the benefits we offer, which may vary depending on the country:Health & Wellness BenefitsRetirement & Savings PlansGlobal Parental Leave & Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefitsWho we are and what we stand for:At Sompo, our shared purpose is to create meaningful value for clients, communities, and each other. We strive to foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to excel. As a global organization, we embrace diversity and champion equal opportunity. Guided by our core values—Accountability, Agility, Collaboration, Development, and Integrity—we build trust and support one another to achieve our goals worldwide.Life at Sompo | SompoOur values come to life in how we hire and grow talent. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, and we strive to ensure equitable access to opportunities so everyone can do their best work. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the recruiter in charge.SummaryLocation: London, United KingdomType: Full time