Senior General Aviation Underwriter

Company:Everest Advisors (Uk), Ltd.Job Category:UnderwritingJob Description:About Everest:Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.Shape the future of General Aviation underwriting at Everest!Everest Insurance is continuing its strategic build out of the Aviation platform, and this is a rare opportunity to join the Aviation team at a pivotal stage of growth. We are looking for a Senior General Aviation Underwriter to play a leading role in expanding a high potential portfolio within a business that combines entrepreneurial agility with global strength.This is more than a pure underwriting role, it is a chance to influence strategy, shape underwriting appetite, and build a market leading presence in the London Market.Why Everest Aviation?Everest has been investing significantly in its international insurance platform, with Aviation positioned as a core specialty line. The proposition combines:A focused, growth oriented platform with strong backing and appetite for innovationAccess to global distribution and reinsurance capabilities, enabling complex and bespoke solutionsA collaborative underwriting culture across classes, supporting cross class insight and portfolio optimisationClear ambition to become a leading London Market player, measured by underwriting discipline and sustainable ROEWithin General Aviation, you will have the opportunity to build and scale a portfolio with genuine ownership, supported by a business that values underwriting excellence over volume.The OpportunityAs the Senior Underwriter, you will take ownership of the profitable growth and development of the General Aviation portfolio, contributing directly to Everest's wider aviation strategy. You will operate with significant autonomy, while influencing the direction of the class and helping position Everest as a go to market for brokers and clients in the GA space.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild, grow and actively manage a profitable, sustainable portfolioDefine and implement underwriting appetite, strategy and guidelinesAnalyse portfolio performance and refine approach to optimise returnsCollaborate across underwriting classes to deliver best in class solutionsSupport the development of reinsurance strategyRepresent Everest in the London and international markets, building strong broker relationshipsEnsure adherence to governance standards across aggregation and reportingPlay a key role in building and developing a high performing GA teamWork closely with Claims, Reserving, Distribution and Ceded Re to deliver a fully aligned underwriting approachWhat We're Looking ForStrong General Aviation underwriting experience within the London Market (Lloyd's or Company Market)Proven ability to build or materially contribute to a profitable underwriting portfolioCommercially astute, with a strong grasp of pricing, risk selection and portfolio managementCredibility with brokers, clients and internal stakeholdersStrategic mindset with the ability to translate ideas into actionable plansA collaborative approach and ability to leverage global resources across a platformHigh levels of drive, ownership and accountabilityExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalWhy This Role Stands OutThis role will particularly appeal to individuals who are:Looking to step into a broader, more strategic underwriting positionMotivated by the opportunity to build something and have visible impactInterested in joining a business where underwriting discipline and growth are genuinely alignedCurrently in a role where portfolio ownership or flexibility is limited, and looking for greater influenceWhat if I don't meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.Our CultureAt Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors.Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.Type:RegularTime Type:Full timePrimary Location:LondonAdditional Locations:Privacy Notice Everest ()