We are working for a specialist insurance division of a well known global investment manager, looking for an experienced risk analyst to play a major role in helping to shape and refine Political & Financial Risk underwriting strategy and in analysing individual risks.
This person shall develop strong external relationships with brokers, customers and key decision makers organisations within the Political and Financial Risk sector, as well as internally within the firm. Responsibilities include:
Appraisal of new enquiries, taking into account all aspects of risk including country, financial and structural elements
Assistance with the setting and re-appraising the team’s underwriting strategy and making qualitative and quantative recommendations as regards Countries, Sectors and Obligors
Information briefing for the team based upon appraisal of events/strategic plans
Participation in client and broker meetings and liaison with these parties as appropriate
Review, structure and contribute to the underwriting of business in the most efficient and cost effective manner
Skills and Experience
Degree level education or equivalent
Good experience in looking 'top down' at macro-economic factors, as well as counterparty risk understanding, in drawing measured conclusions on transactional risk
An excellent knowledge of/experience in trade/structured trade finance across sectors, structural understanding, and industry participants (both insureds and counterparties)
Good understanding of financial statements covering financial institutions and non-financial institutions
Excellent analytical capabilities, both quantitative and non-quantitative and the ability to communicate these effectively orally and in writing
Proven ability to absorb technical information and customer/product knowledge within tight timeframes so as to ensure timely support to both internal and external contacts
Willingness to develop technical underwriting and insurance knowledge
