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Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Lead Underwriting Governance and Technical Standards in our newly established CUO Office team for Continental Europe .
Reporting directly to the Chief Underwriting Officer (CUO) for Continental Europe, you will play an important role in shaping and developing the CUO Office as a central function supporting underwriting excellence and governance across Sompo’s commercial insurance operation in Continental Europe.
As part of a dynamic and evolving team, you will contribute to the building of the CUO Office, offering a unique opportunity to actively shape new structures, processes, and strategies. The role requires strong experience in underwriting governance and management, a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset, and the ability to translate complex topics into clear and actionable solutions.
Close collaboration with European market underwriting teams and related functions is central to the role. A collegiate approach, strong attention to detail,



and the ability to support and empower underwriters within clearly defined governance frameworks are essential.
Location: This position will be based preferably out of our Zurich office, but potential candidates might also sit in our other European office locations in Paris, Milan, Cologne or Munich. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.
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What You’ll Be Doing
- Underwriting Governance & Quality Control: Rework and update underwriting policies and procedures, conduct audits and compliance checks, and ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines through file reviews, feedback, and escalation of deviations.
- Referral and Authority Management: Oversee referral processes, track underwriting authority levels, and manage onboarding, issuance, and adjustments for Letters of Authority (LoA).
- Underwriting Training & Acc

📌 Lead Underwriting Governance and Technical Standards (Italia)
🏢 Sompo International
📍 Italia