Head of Construction

It is an exciting time for Everest Re Group, Ltd. (“Everest”)! As we continue our journey, we see significant opportunities ahead to expand our reach, broaden our perspectives, and enhance our capabilities in critical markets.

Everest is a leading global reinsurance and insurance provider, operating for over 50 years through subsidiaries in Bermuda, Canada, Europe, Singapore, the US, and other territories. Our strengths include extensive product and distribution capabilities, a strong balance sheet, and an innovative culture. Throughout our history, Everest has maintained discipline and focused on creating long-term value through underwriting excellence and strong risk and capital management. Our most critical asset is our people.

We are committed to developing our people, offering dynamic training and professional development. Our employees benefit from career development and learning opportunities to help them set and fulfill their career goals, including :

Everest is a growth company with $14 billion in gross written premium, offering property, casualty, and specialty products through its various operating subsidiaries worldwide. We have a broad footprint, deep client relationships, underwriting excellence, responsive service, and customized solutions. Our insurance arm leverages global resources and financial strength to tailor policies to meet individual customer needs.

This position will ideally be based in Paris, Madrid, or London, but we will consider other locations where we have a presence.

We operate a hybrid schedule, allowing two remote workdays per week.

Role Purpose :

This role reports to the International Head of Energy & Construction and is responsible for driving our expanding Construction proposition and strategy across Everest International Insurance (EII), with a focus on underwriting profit and delivery.

Core Responsibilities :

• Lead strategic direction and profitable growth of the EII Construction Portfolio, developing underwriting guidelines and collaborating on strategies and growth opportunities in regional markets.
• Assist in integrating Everest Insurance International and North American Construction portfolios.
• Work with the Head of Risk Engineering to develop risk assessment criteria.
• Collaborate with the Actuarial team to develop and refine pricing tools for construction segments and monitor portfolio performance.
• Build and maintain relationships with key brokers and clients.
• Coordinate activities with Claims, Loss Control, and Accounting departments.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency.
• Support the E&C Reinsurance Treaty structure and execution alongside the Head of Energy and Construction and Ceded Re.

Skills & Abilities :

To be effective, you should have :

Everest Values and Behaviours :

Our recruitment assesses candidates’ integrity, skills, and capability to ensure they meet our standards. We promote a positive ethical culture aligned with regulatory and conduct standards, including adherence to PRA / FCA SM&CR Conduct Rules :

Our core values—Talent, Thoughtful Risk, Execution, Efficiency, Humility, Leadership, Collaboration, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion—guide our decisions and actions. We expect all colleagues to embody our behaviors : Respect Everyone, Pursue Better, Lead by Example, Own Outcomes, Win Together.

Type : Regular

Time Type : Full-time

Primary Location : London

Additional Locations : Madrid, Spain; Paris, France

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