Credit & Political Risk Underwriter

Company: JSS
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Location: London
Job Description:

My client is looking to hire a Credit & Political Risk Underwriter to join their fast growing business. The successful candidate will have experience underwriting a variety risks and structures and play a key role in investigating new products and transactions. This team player will be part of a dedicated underwriting team, who will need to identify, review & underwrite business opportunities originated through specialised Credit & Political risk brokers located in London and the wider market. This position is based in either London and will involve occasional travel.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate the credit risks and transaction structures received from brokers.
  • Decline, quote and bind profitable business in line with governance, authority, and strategy.
  • Work alongside the analyst teams to support the underwriting and execution of new / renewal business.
  • Management and servicing of the existing “live” portfolio.
  • Conduct review, due diligence and underwrite the onboarding of new clients.
  • Share knowledge, experience and expertise within the team and wider unit
  • Participate in and travel to conferences and broker / client meetings.
  • Share knowledge of market dynamics and key risks/ sectors drivers to support the performance of the Unit.
  • Provide the highest standard of service and expertise when dealing with brokers and clients.
  • Maintain awareness of claim files providing updates and additional input in collaboration with the claims team.
  • Cooperate with the other Credit Specialties teams across the world as well as other departments.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • 4+ years-experience in the Credit & Political Risk Insurance market and/or Banking Industry, Multilaterals / ECAs
  • Strong analytical skills (corporate & financial, sectorial, political risk as well as transactional analysis).
  • Proficiency in reviewing and commenting on loan / contractual documentation.
  • Proficiency in reviewing and negotiating London Market wordings.
  • Strong understanding on banks and traders and rationale behind purchase of the CPRI product
  • University degree and a strong affinity in geopolitics and economics.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English
  • Strong command of Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Teams).
  • Flexibility and ability to work in dynamic, multicultural and entrepreneurial environment.

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Posted: May 11th, 2026