Company Description



PartnerRe is a leading, privately owned, multi-line global reinsurer with a reputation of financial stability and strength, and a commitment to rebuilding businesses and communities after risk events around the world.



Our mission is to continue to be a financially stable and predictable business partner, supporting our clients with solutions tailored to their needs, delivering superior returns to our owner, providing rewarding opportunities for our people and making a positive contribution to society. To achieve this, we live by our values of Integrity, Performance, Collaboration, Straightforward Communication and Respect and Care.



Core to The PartnerRe Experience is our global nature. No matter where you sit in the company, you are part of something bigger. Our teams represent our truly international mindset, forging connections across office locations and all levels of the organization and building a network of mutual success. The result is a day-to-day experience that will allow you to:




Shape your own career




Grow in a supportive environment




Connect with a community of experts




Make an impact



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Compensation and Benefits



At PartnerRe, we are committed to supporting the professional growth and well-being of our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, paid time off and eligibility for an annual incentive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical and mental health, learning and development goals, and lifestyle needs. These include:




Competitive Benefits



Our benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents. We also offer wellness programs to promote a balanced and healthy lifestyle.




Financial Security



Plan for your future with our competitive retirement savings plans, including a 401(k)-retirement plan. Additionally, we provide life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your loved ones.




Professional Development



We are committed to supporting your growth and development. Take advantage of our educational assistance programs for Accounting and Actuarial professionals and our comprehensive L&D offerings to expand your skills and achieve your professional goals.




Additional Perks



Enjoy a range of additional perks such as on-site amenities, social events, a robust Referral Program and more.




Compensation:



Salary Range: $109,000 - $158,000. This position is bonus eligible.




Role Summary:



The Assistant Vice President, Professional Lines Treaty Underwriter is responsible for underwriting and managing a portfolio of U.S. professional lines treaty reinsurance business in line with approved underwriting authority, risk appetite, and business plan objectives. The role evaluates new and renewal submissions, develops pricing and structuring recommendations in partnership with actuarial and other internal stakeholders, supports broker and cedant relationship management, and contributes to profitable growth, portfolio optimization, and disciplined underwriting execution.




Core Accountabilities:

• Underwrite new and renewal U.S. professional lines treaty reinsurance business, including proportional and excess of loss structures, within delegated authority and in accordance with underwriting guidelines.


• Review cedant submissions, exposure data, historical loss experience, underwriting strategy, product mix, and financial information to assess risk quality and underwriting acceptability.


• Develop pricing views and treaty structure recommendations in collaboration with actuarial, using internal pricing tools, market intelligence, and portfolio considerations.


• Negotiate rates, terms, conditions, and contract wording with brokers and cedants, escalating matters outside authority as required.


• Prepare underwriting files, pricing documentation, referral materials, and transaction summaries that clearly articulate risk assessment, assumptions, and rationale.


• Manage assigned portfolio performance, including monitoring rate adequacy, loss emergence, accumulations, volatility drivers, and opportunities for remediation or optimization.


• Support business development and renewal strategy by identifying target accounts, preparing for broker and client meetings, and maintaining responsive service standards.


• Coordinate with claims, legal, finance, credit, operations, and contract wordings teams to ensure accurate documentation, compliance, and effective account management.


• Maintain awareness of professional lines market trends, social inflation, litigation developments, reserve adequacy themes, and regulatory considerations relevant to U.S. treaty business.


• Contribute to underwriting audits, peer reviews, portfolio reviews, and process improvement initiatives that strengthen underwriting discipline and operating efficiency.

Qualifications:




Technical Competencies:

• Strong professional lines underwriting and reinsurance analytical capability.


• Sound judgment in pricing, structuring, and contract review.


• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear underwriting recommendations.


• Proficiency in Excel, underwriting tools, and presentation materials expected.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Effective broker and client communication skills.


• Strong organization, documentation, and execution discipline.


• Collaborative approach and ability to work across multiple functions in a fast-paced market environment.


• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills required.

Professional Experience:

• 5-8 years of relevant professional lines insurance or reinsurance underwriting experience, with treaty reinsurance experience strongly preferred.


• Demonstrated understanding of U.S. professional lines, treaty structures, underwriting analytics, contract terms, and portfolio management principles.

Education & Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in insurance, finance, business, economics, mathematics, or a related field.


• Professional designations such as CPCU, ARe, or progress toward completion are preferred.

Additional Information




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PartnerRe provides a working environment in which diversity is valued, where all employees feel welcome, respected, and empowered to perform at their best. We invite you to learn more about D&I at PartnerRe.




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