Swiss Re · 4 hours ago
Senior Underwriter Engineering & Construction - CorSo
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $240K/yr
6+ years expSwiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance and insurance-based risk transfer. They are seeking a highly motivated Senior Underwriter to support the profitable growth of their US Renewable Energy portfolio by underwriting construction and operational risks and developing tailored solutions for clients.
CRMInformation TechnologyInsuranceRisk ManagementWholesale
Responsibilities
Support the profitable growth of the US Renewable Energy portfolio while helping expand Swiss Re Corporate Solutions’ market footprint
Underwrite construction and operational risks in line with Swiss Re’s underwriting standards, philosophy, and risk appetite—focusing on Renewable Energy (Onshore Wind, Solar, BESS, Offshore Wind) across both Construction and Operational phases
Identify client needs and growth opportunities, developing tailored solutions in close partnership with clients and brokers
Actively contribute to the global Swiss Re Renewable Energy community through knowledge sharing, training, special projects, and research initiatives
Maintain high‑quality underwriting documentation, ensure accurate data capture in underwriting systems, and follow through on post‑bind activities (endorsements, premium follow‑up, claims information, filings)
Support cross‑selling opportunities across Swiss Re Corporate Solutions by collaborating with colleagues across business lines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; a background in Science or Engineering is preferred
Experience underwriting Power/Energy Property and/or Construction risks: Senior Underwriter: 6–10 years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of the US insurance market and an established network of Construction and Power/Energy brokers
Solid knowledge of Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, BESS) and/or traditional power generation
Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Demonstrates a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset and thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment
Strong analytical skills
Willingness to travel 10–20% within the USA
Fluency in English
Company
Swiss Re
Swiss Re Group is a wholesale provider of reinsurance, insurance, and other insurance-based forms of risk transfer.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
JP Morgan
2023-03-07Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2018-04-04Post Ipo Equity
2011-05-27IPO
Leadership Team
Attila Kerényi
Chief Risk Officer and Member of the Executive Committee, P&C Reinsurance
Mischa Repmann
Senior Sustainability Risk Manager
Recent News
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