Reinsurance Intern

We are seeking a Reinsurance Treaty Intern in our Zurich Office.
What can I expect as an Intern?
On-the-job Learning
The Underwriting Intern will work alongside the most experienced underwriters in the industry to gain in-depth knowledge of our business units and underwriting philosophy through on-the-job learning, workplace mentoring as well as interact with departments associated with the underwriting process.
Responsibilities
• Gain a solid understanding of the Company’s underwriting philosophy.
• Assist in the underwriting process for new and renewal business.
• Assist with account processing.
• Analyze and research current and proposed accounts, assist in analyzing market trends and help prepare underwriters for both meetings and audits.
• Participate in projects for the department.
• Examples include market analysis; line of business research; product development.
• Accompany underwriters during internal meetings and occasional external marketing calls.
• Assist the team with special projects.

Desired Skills & Experience

•   Currently pursuing degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics or similar.

•   Strong knowledge of Excel required; programming experience is a plus.

•   Fluency in English, any another European language is an advantage.

•   Basic knowledge of reinsurance preferred.

•   Good verbal and written communication skills.

•   Ability to work in a multi-cultural team.

•   Ability to manage workflow to ensure that deadlines are met.

•   Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.

•   Ability to think independently and formulate recommendations.

The successful candidates will acquire knowledge on reinsurance data, models and rating – we believe this provides a good opportunity for entering the wider reinsurance sector.

NB: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Switzerland (e.g., French/German/Italian/ Spanish or any other EU-25 citizenship). 

In today’s world, what do we stand for?

We strive to create exceptional value for our clients  and shareholders while maintaining Sompo as an attractive place to work. We foster an environment of ongoing, open dialogue between managers  and their direct reports, and believe in an organizational environment where everyone belongs.  We proudly are a multi-racial, multi-cultural, global enterprise. We reject all forms of racism, bigotry, prejudice and injustice  and continue to invest in building out an inclusive and diverse work environment.

About Us

Expert Partners. Clarity in complexity. Unwavering commitment.

We are Sompo, a global provider of property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance.

Building on Sompo Holding’s 135 years of innovation, we seek to deliver a unified approach to servicing and providing customized solutions for our clients, ensuring that we meet their needs effectively and consistently.

We strive to strengthen engagement with our clients  and business partners every day by using the in-depth knowledge and insights of our experts to swiftly navigate the ever- shifting risk landscape in a fast and agile way – providing them with the products and coverages they need – underpinned by exceptional levels of service.

Our values

As we continue to evolve and grow, our core values serve as the foundation for our company’s identity, purpose and culture.

          Accountability: Raising the bar on what we deliver

          Agility: Keeping it simple as we grow

          Collaboration: Building relationships with clients  and colleagues

          Development: Being curious  and having a growth mindset

          Integrity: Being trustworthy and doing what’s right

Around the world, our 9,500+ employees use their expertise to learn, improve and find clear answers  for your complex  challenges. Because when you choose Sompo,  you choose the ease of expertise.

Sompo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status,  or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about visit our website at  www.sompo-intl.com