This is an exciting opportunity to join our future Construction Industry Practice team.  Construction is a key strategic growth priority for Chubb, and we are seeking a Construction leader to support the launch and development of the practice in Italy. This role offers the opportunity to write mid-market construction business, working alongside construction experts in underwriting risk engineering and claims, and to be an integral part of the creatin of the practice.

The primary purpose of this role is to underwrite Construction All Risks (CAR), Early Completion Risks (EAR), Casualty and Builders’ Risk (B&M) lines of business for Construction risks, with a strong focus on new business. The successful candidate will have a strong market presence, representing the Construction Industry Practice in broker and client meetings. They will also work closely with other internal stakeholders across all lines of business plus extending to colleagues in claims, risk engineering and global services to provide excellent service to our brokers and clients. They will also work closely with our other underwriting teams to provide cross-lines solutions.

Key responsibilities:

Underwriting – Underwrite new business and renewal accounts according to defined underwriting guidelines and strategies Financial - Contribute towards achieving the Construction Industry Practice financial plan. Prepare financial plans, reforecasts and predictions. Training & Mentoring – provide training, mentoring, and act as a role model for more junior underwriters within the team. Take underwriting referrals. Compliance and Procedures - Meet company standards in respect of policy documentation, contract certainty, peer review, audit, compliance, legal and regulatory requirements.  Leadership - Support Construction Industry Practice in establishing and promoting best practice within the team Chubb Representative - Represent and promote Chubb to brokers and clients.  Represent the Construction Industry Practice team internally at production, renewal and other internal Chubb meetings. Business Development - Proactively maintain relationships with key brokers and clients to ensure profitable and sustainable growth, in conjunction with distribution and other key stakeholders. Contribute towards strategic growth plans with key brokers.  Cross-sell - Pro-actively maximise cross-selling opportunities through collaboration with Chubb colleagues

Skills & Experience required: 

Good working knowledge of the Construction insurance market, and understanding of competitor analysisAn experienced professional whose expertise is recognised externallyResults driven with ability to make decisions and work on your own initiativeDesire to continue to develop technical and broader business skillsAbility to execute and influence at all levels both internally and externallySignificant  Construction All Risks (CAR), Early Completion Risks (EAR), and Builders’ Risk (B&M) lines of business, with liability underwriting knowledge being a strong advantage.Strong presentation and development skills

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.A dynamic and inclusive work environment that encourages innovative thinking.