Role Overview

Senior Engineering & Construction Underwriter at Howden. Responsible for underwriting Engineering & Construction risks, conducting risk assessments, and delivering timely, high‑quality responses. Based in Milan, reports directly to the Underwriting Director – Engineering & Construction.

Responsibilities

- Handle quotation requests for various types of Engineering & Construction risks in line with the Line of Business risk appetite.
- Underwrite policies including CAR, EAR, IDI, Machinery Breakdown, Leasing, EEI, CPE, Property through technical analysis, risk evaluation, and pricing.
- Build and maintain relationships with the distribution network of more than 1,200 agents and brokers.
- Support monitoring portfolio performance and underwriting results.
- Define and implement product and pricing strategies within the Line of Business.
- Review and analyze Loss Prevention and Technical Control reports.
- Deliver technical and commercial training and support to agents and brokers.
- Collaborate closely with the Claims team to ensure underwriting consistency and enhance service quality.

Key Requirements

- Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering.




- Significant experience in Engineering & Construction underwriting as a Senior Underwriter or solid experience in the P&C; insurance sector (insurance companies, MGAs, brokers).
- Proactive, strong commercial orientation and goal‑focused attitude.
- Excellent negotiation and relationship‑building skills.
- Fluent written and spoken English.

Compensation & Benefits

- Base Salary: EUR65,000–EUR75,000 (package varies with experience and seniority).
- Variable Pay: annual discretionary premio.
- Benefits: healthcare, accident, long‑term care, temporary death insurance, long‑service award programme, meal vouchers, welfare package, hybrid working.
- Permanent contract under the CCNL per i Dipendenti delle Agenzie di Assicurazione in Gestione Libera – UNAPASS – ANAPA.
- Equal pay, pay transparency and no salary‑history inquiries in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive.

Additional Information

Location: Milan, Italy. The role requires adherence to the employer’s Equal Employment Opportunity policies, and reasonable adjustments are available to support applicants where necessary.

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📌 Senior Underwriter Engineering & Construction (Milano)
🏢 DUAL Italia
📍 Milano