Reinsurance Claims Underwriter

**Job Type:** Permanent **Build a brilliant future with Hiscox**   **About Hiscox Re & ILS**  Hiscox Re & ILS is the reinsurance and insurance-linked securities business of the Hiscox Group, providing innovative reinsurance and third-party capital solutions.  **The Opportunity**  Join a high-performing reinsurance claims team responsible for handling complex treaty claims, supporting business initiatives, catastrophe reviews, reserving activities and market relationships.  **Technical Skills**  * Reinsurance claims handling and administration  * Inward treaty reinsurance claims handling  * Property, Casualty and Specialty Treaty claims knowledge  * Complex claims management and resolution  * Coverage analysis and policy interpretation  * Coverage eligibility assessment  * Reserving and financial exposure assessment  * Claims reserving and risk flag management  * Large loss and catastrophe claims management  * Catastrophe loss review and analysis  * Claims investigation and evaluation  * Claims payment and settlement calculations  * Authority-based claims decision making and referral management  * Portfolio and claims trend analysis  * Reporting, documentation and data interpretation  * Operational workflow management  * Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)  **Analytical & Commercial Skills**  * Strong analytical thinking  * Sound commercial judgement  * Financial acumen  * Problem-solving capability  * Risk assessment and decision-making  * Exposure evaluation and loss impact assessment  * Data-driven decision making  * Portfolio performance analysis  * Commercial negotiation and settlement assessment  * Strategic thinking and business awareness  * Attention to detail  * Ability to interpret complex information and make recommendations  **Relationship & Communication Skills**  * Excellent written communication  * Strong verbal communication  * Stakeholder management  * Broker, client and cedant relationship management  * Cross-functional collaboration with Underwriting, Actuarial, Finance and Operations  * Market relationship development  * Ability to influence and collaborate effectively  * Technical guidance and knowledge sharing  * Presentation and reporting skills  * Ability to communicate complex claims matters clearly  * Customer-focused approach  **Personal Attributes**  * Proactive and self-motivated  * Strong organisational skills  * Ability to prioritise competing demands  * Team player with a collaborative mindset  * Adaptable and resilient  * Strong ownership and accountability  * Continuous improvement mindset  * Continuous learning mindset  * Ability to work independently and collaboratively  * Curiosity and willingness to develop expertise  * Commitment to exceptional service  * High levels of professionalism and integrity  **Preferred Qualifications & Additional Expertise**  * ACII, CPCU, ARe, AIC or equivalent professional qualification  * University degree or equivalent experience  * Knowledge of Letters of Credit (LOCs) and collateral management  * Experience with Tableau, Power BI or similar analytics tools  * Experience supporting claims projects and business initiatives  * Process improvement and operational transformation experience  * Exposure to catastrophe modelling and large-loss reviews  * Experience within Lloyd’s and international reinsurance markets  **Why Join Hiscox?**  Hiscox is recognised for underwriting excellence, innovation and empowering talented people to make decisions and build market-leading expertise.  **Hybrid Working**  This role offers a hybrid working environment balancing office collaboration and remote working.  **Career Development**  Professional qualifications, mentoring, technical training, leadership development and global market exposure are supported.  **Diversity, Equity & Inclusion**  Hiscox is committed to an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued. _Work with amazing people and be part of a unique culture_