Senior Underwriting Assistant (Reinsurance)

Location: Zurich, Switzerland; minimum three days per week in the Zurich office

Company

hirify.global is a global reinsurance and financial services organization providing risk protection, customized reinsurance solutions, and business continuity for insurance company clients.

What you will do

• Support underwriting teams with trip preparation, client management, market reviews, reporting, and desk research.
• Prepare account renewals, including data preparation, contractual document checks, and treaty and portfolio analysis.
• Maintain risk information, underwriting files, data quality, and accounting system records.
• Produce management reports, ad hoc analysis, and materials supporting new business development and marketing.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Claims, IT, actuarial, and other internal departments.
• Assist underwriters during risk evaluation and participate in client visits to develop investigative skills and relationships.

Requirements

• Recent university graduate or holder of a recognized insurance qualification.
• Right to work in Switzerland and ability to work from the Zurich office at least three days per week.
• Fluent English and strong French and/or German skills.
• Technical, analytical, and results-oriented mindset with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of other European languages.
• Insurance qualification or experience with technical tools used for risk evaluation.

Culture & Benefits

• Structured development opportunities for entry-level employees and future leaders.
• Networking within the insurance community.
• Participation in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, mentoring programs, and charity outreach.
• Inclusive culture guided by collaboration, continuous improvement, accountability, and thoughtful risk-taking.