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Underwriting Portfolio - Senior Analyst

VIG Re

's-Hertogenbosch
Full-time
5-10 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Underwriting Portfolio Management
Portfolio Strategy
Data Analytics
Risk Assessment
Profitability Analysis
Quantitative Analysis
SQL
Microsoft Excel
Power BI
Tableau
Data Stewardship
Data Integrity
Artificial Intelligence
Business Planning
Stakeholder Communication
Microsoft PowerPoint

Job Description

Our Corporate Underwriting Department is looking for a Senior Analyst for our UW portfolio, who will actively support the Chief Underwriting Officer (CUO) in deriving business- and risk-related insights on the Company’s UW book. The profile will actively cooperate with several internal stakeholders (incl. Business Units, Risk Management, Controlling and Reserving, Global Data & Technology, Corporate Development) in daily activities and in strategic initiatives. Your tasks UW portfolio management; assess VIG Re UW portfolio static and development, regarding profitability (expected and realised), composition, critical accumulating exposures and any other relevant risk- and exposure-based perspective. Design a holistic framework to shape and maintain a target UW portfolio for VIG Re; identify the means for an effective, ongoing steering and for a timely identification of areas requiring focus/analysis. Business-oriented portfolio insights: leveraging internal and external data, identify the underlying drivers of the portfolio’s performance. Embrace a forward-looking view to provide a quantitative foundation to emerging risks and trends. Generate actionable insights, which enable Senior Leaders to define strategic priorities/business planning and Underwriters to perform effectively their risk assessment and decision making. Data management and technology: act as Data Steward for the entire company’s UW domain, overseeing data accuracy and integrity across systems, and actively supporting the CUO in the role of UW Data Owner. Implement and maintain state-of-the-art tech solutions for UW portfolio analytics. Drive process improvements and leverage AI-based capabilities to continuously enhance efficiency and effectiveness of portfolio management activities. Positioning of key messages: communicate with impact and clarity to relevant internal stakeholders. Adopt audience-adequate style and use professional and innovative means (e.g. visuals, graphs, maps etc) to consolidate the analytical takeaways and to position actionable recommendations. Our expectations University degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, Economics, Mathematics or equivalent Fluent command of English language, an additional major European language is a plus Minimum 7 years of professional track record in data analytics, portfolio strategy/steering or reporting/controlling in the insurance and/or reinsurance industry Excellent analytical and quantitative skills; proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Abreast of AI developments. High attention to details and organisational skills Strong communication and presentation skills, including Microsoft PowerPoint knowledge Contribute to a positive team spirit, motivated to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. What we offer Opportunity for professional development in one of the leading insurance groups in Central and Eastern Europe Be part of the team at the core of strategic UW decisions in VIG Re. Attractive, performance-oriented remuneration package and package of benefits An international, agile team Flexible working hours Workplace in the heart of Prague or Paris

Core Responsibilities

Analyze and steer the underwriting portfolio, assessing profitability, composition, exposures, performance drivers, and emerging risks to provide actionable insights for strategic decisions and underwriting. Oversee underwriting data quality and integrity, develop portfolio analytics technology and processes, and communicate findings and recommendations clearly to internal stakeholders.

Requirements

A university degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, Economics, Mathematics, or an equivalent field is required, along with fluent English; another major European language is an advantage. Candidates should have at least seven years of relevant insurance or reinsurance experience, strong analytical and quantitative skills, proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools, and effective communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

  • Performance-Oriented Remuneration Package
  • Benefits Package
  • Flexible Working Hours
  • Professional Development

About VIG Re

Industry: Insurance

Company size: 201-500 employees

VIG Re is a leading European reinsurer with an expanding presence in Asia and a proud member of Vienna Insurance Group (VIG), one of the strongest insurance groups in Central and Eastern Europe. Established in 2008, VIG Re combines financial strength, technical expertise, and long term partnership to support insurers in an increasingly complex risk environment. Offices in Prague, Munich and Paris, and representative office in Singapore, VIG Re provides Non Life and Life reinsurance solutions to more than 650 clients in almost 70 countries. The company has maintained an A+ rating from Standard & Poor’s since 2009, with a “positive outlook” reaffirmed in 2025. VIG Re has been certified a Top Employer in 2025 and 2026. This recognition is a direct result of the positive experiences shared by VIG Re employees. We stand for stability, disciplined underwriting, and client centric solutions. Its diverse, multicultural team of more than 40 nationalities operates under the shared values of Passion, Partnership, and Performance, united by the #oneVIGRe culture. With the launch of its new strategy VIGRe28 – Strengthen. Expand. Accelerate., VIG Re is focused on deepening client relationships, expanding into high growth markets, and accelerating through digitally enabled, data driven reinsurance expertise.

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