Senior Underwriter, Political Violence

Join us as a Senior Underwriter to grow your career at the forefront of Political Violence insurance.

Who we are

Talbot is an international insurer and reinsurer operating within the Lloyd’s market through Syndicates 1183 and 2019. We have been part of AIG since 2018 and our ambition is to be AIG’s Centre of Excellence at Lloyd’s.  Headquartered in London, Talbot has offices in New York and Singapore and over 300 people working across these three locations.

Get to know the business

Syndicate 1183 underwrites multiple classes of business including Political Violence/Terrorism, Marine, Energy (off-shore and on-shore), Marine and Energy Liability, Hull, Cargo and Specie, Political Risk, Property, Accident and Health, Financial Lines, Cyber, Alternative Risks, Non-Physical Cyber and Treaty Reinsurance.

Syndicate 2019 reinsures premium written by AIG’s Private Client Group, covering Homeowners, Auto, General Specie and other products. 

Make your mark in Underwriting

AIG underwriting teams help to find insurance solutions in areas including Financial Lines, Property, Casualty, Specialty Lines, Cyber, Multinational Clients, and High Net Worth individuals. We are reimagining how we help customers to manage risk, transforming our operating model, and reshaping our role responsibilities and career pathways. The goal is to unlock the full potential in each colleague – empowering our people to grow as insurance professionals and add more value to our customers and AIG.

How you will create an impact

• Underwrite and develop a growing portfolio across standalone terrorism, multinational accounts, malicious assailant/active shooter and war perils.
• Play a key role in growing the product within Talbot/AIG, identifying new markets, distribution opportunities and areas for profitable expansion.
• Spend approximately 50% of the role traveling, meeting brokers and clients across key markets and developing new business opportunities.
• Be highly visible and proactive in the market, building new relationships, strengthening existing partnerships and originating and converting new business.
• Work across multinational and complex accounts, bringing a solutions-oriented approach to structuring coverage for clients with diverse exposures.
• Combine strong technical underwriting with a commercial mindset when evaluating terrorism, malicious assailant, war and related political violence/security exposures.
• Work collaboratively across Talbot and AIG, using the capabilities, relationships and global reach of both organizations to develop opportunities and grow the portfolio.
• Represent Talbot/AIG at broker and client meetings, market events and industry conferences.
• Build strong connectivity with the London market and international colleagues, including travel where appropriate, to support multinational opportunities and product development.
• Bring the energy, confidence and entrepreneurial mindset to help build and shape a growth business, rather than simply manage an existing portfolio.

What you'll need to succeed

• Detailed knowledge of Political Violence products
• Bachelors Degree preferred
• Possesses demonstrated technical knowledge and skills, including product and industry
• Advanced analytical, negotiation and sales/marketing skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to develop and understand business processes, strategy and planning
• Ability to build and maintain insured and broker relationships

For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $146,000-$178,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.   A summary of benefits  can be viewed here: US Benefits Overview

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At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to [email protected].  

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