Construction Underwriter
Dublin, IE, D04Y6Y6
About Allianz
We are proud to be one of the world’s most trusted insurance companies, with a workforce as diverse as the world itself. As the trusted insurance partner to over 800,000 customers across Ireland, we have built a brand based on trust, integrity and outstanding customer service for over 100 years and our success is primarily down to the incredible people we employ.
As an employer, to over 700 people in Allianz Ireland, we truly care for our employees and their individual needs and aspirations. With this in mind we have tailored our work approach to ensure you the flexibility and support needed to excel in your role. While the role is officially based in Elm Park, Dublin 4, the team work within a hybrid working model.
We are incredibly proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work having won the Super Large Category during the 2025 Awards, as well as being one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces for Women and Best Workplaces for Health & Wellbeing in 2025! If you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply now and become part of the team!
The Opportunity
Our Commercial business has set ambitious growth targets into 2028 and to help us to deliver on that goal we are now recruiting a Construction Underwriter to join our hybrid-working team. This is a technical underwriting role within Allianz Ireland's Construction team, responsible for underwriting a mixture of complex Construction risks, with an element of multinational clients and exposure to portfolio business. The role requires technical expertise, sound judgement, and the ability to navigate global programme structures while ensuring alignment with Allianz Group standards and local regulatory requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and underwrite Construction renewals & new business risks to achieve GWP targets and profitability targets
- Lead engagements with brokers and their key clients with the support and collaboration of the Allianz Customer Relationship team to deliver on Allianz Construction and Liability targets
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships within the team, other areas of the business and external stakeholders and support their team colleagues in the underwriting of Construction and other Liability business as the need arises
- Engage with internal stakeholders in Customer, Pricing and Portfolio management to negotiate terms and conduct detailed risk assessment and acceptance within existing Delegated Underwriting Authority (DUA) framework agreements
- Share knowledge and technical expertise with colleagues, contribute to personal and team technical development
- Identify and implement improvements in process, proposition or service to best serve our customer base
- Maintain and develop strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to both lead and support key client and broker engagements
Key Requirements / Skills & Experience
- CIP/MDI/ACII or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
- Ambitious individual with 5 years+ experience in commercial underwriting, with strong expertise in Liability lines in the large risk environment.
- Construction / CAR / Renewable Energy / EAR / Inherent or Latent Defects experience would be a valuable addition.
- Understanding of multinational program structures, fronting arrangements, and global compliance requirements.
- Proven ability to assess complex risks & possess excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
- Experience in growth and achieving targets
Why Join Us?
- Work with the No.1 P&C insurer in the local market.
- Great Place to Work #1 Super Large Category
- Collaborate with a high-performing, supportive team.
- Shape the future of underwriting through innovation and transformation.
- Enjoy flexible working, career development, educational supports and a culture that values expertise and initiative.
- Opportunity to work with other Allianz Entities within the Group
- Benefits: We offer a generous pension scheme contributions, health insurance, a working from home allowance, numerous wellbeing and family benefits, and a well-connected, accessible location with onsite staff parking and provided lunches.
Regulatory Notice
Appointment to this role will be subject to the requirements provided for by the Central Bank of Ireland. This role is a Control Function (CF-4,8) and is subject to F&P Standards. This includes the requirements provided for by the Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Act 2023. See Link: Individual Accountability Framework | Central Bank of Ireland. The successful candidate will be provided with the relevant Conduct Standards (including Additional Conduct Standards) training, where required
MCC
**This role is subject to Minimum Competency Code (“MCC”) as provided for by the Central Bank of Ireland. A recognised insurance qualification may be required for this position. Appointment to this role will be subject to the requirements provided for by the Central Bank of Ireland. This role is a Control Function (CF-5, 6) and is subject to F&P Standards. This includes the requirements provided for by the Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Act 2023. See Link: Individual Accountability Framework | Central Bank of Ireland. The successful candidate will be provided with the relevant Conduct Standards (including Additional Conduct Standards) training, where required.
Allianz plc. is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
#LI-Hybrid This is a hybrid remote/in-office role
We at Allianz believe in a strong inclusive culture that encourages people to speak their minds, get involved and question the status quo. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love, or what you believe in.
We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations
Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.
