Claims Underwriter

Job Type:PermanentBuild a brilliant future with Hiscox HISCOX is an international listed specialist insurer with almost 120 years of experience in the insurance market and specialised in specific private and business risks. Hiscox is far removed from the world of mass market insurance products. Instead we are selective and focus on our key areas of expertise and strength. A total of 75 employees work for the Benelux organization. They work for a special target group with specific wishes and requirements. This means that service and quality are at a high level in a culture that encourages us to challenge convention and always look for a better way of doing things.For our Claims Team in Belgium (office in 1130 Brussels) we are looking for a:Claims Underwriter (gn) – "Art and Private Clients" (APC) & Cyber & "Professional Speciality Commercial" (PSC)As a Claims Underwriter (gn) you are creative, service-oriented, independent and responsible for the complete analysis and settlement of claims. You maintain contacts with insurance brokers and insured parties and contact loss adjusters where necessary. You work with and learn from the most talented people (claims, underwriting, operations) from the insurance industry every day and you work in a close-knit, dynamic team.Main responsibilities:• You are involved in claims handling in the field of household insurance, fine art, collection cars ( material damage), professional and corporate liability, Cyber and D&O.• You ensure that the customer (or insurance broker) experiences our very good service: quick response, pleasant contact and clear communication;• You enjoy solving complex issues in a practical way in collaboration with other professionals (both internal and external);• You contribute to Hiscox's product and service development;• You support your colleagues in the claims team• You represent Hiscox at events;Your Profile :• A Master degree (university) thinking and working level (preferably Law);• At least 2 years of relevant work experience (insurance/legal);• Very good knowledge of the insurance and general liability law;• You are perfect bilingual French – Dutch (speaking and writing skills), and have a good knowledge of the English language;• You are empathetic and have strong communication skills: you can argue and possibly defend your position excellently. You are able to act as a mediator;• You have excellent organisational skills;• You are stress-resistant;• You are practical, flexible and able to find a good solution for all parties;• You are enthusiastic and service-oriented and driven to continuously provide the best service to our customers;• You feel at home in a dynamic environment;• You are a real team player with a high degree of independence;Our offer:This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading international insurer at a time of focused growth, giving you the opportunities to make a real difference. Hiscox Benelux is growing strongly in business insurance and offers a driven and enthusiastic working environment in which you are encouraged to build together with the team and be part of this fast-growing organisation. There is plenty of opportunity to develop your career in a stimulating and international environment.We offer you :A real team spirit, open feedback culture, flat hierarchies and creative freedom;Internal and external trainings;Promoted work-life balance through home office options and sabbaticals;Attractive remuneration consisting of fixed and variable components;Many social benefits, such as pension plans and travel allowances.For more information about Hiscox and our product portfolio, visit www.hiscox.be#LI-MS1Work with amazing people and be part of a unique culture