Underwriting Governance Project Assistant (12 months temporary contract)(Hybrid;m/f/x/d)

The role of Underwriting Governance Project Assistant at Swiss Re is a temporary, 12-month position focused on supporting project-based initiatives that enhance underwriting discipline. Swiss Re is a global leader in reinsurance, insurance, and risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient by managing a wide range of risks, from natural disasters to cybercrime. The main day-to-day responsibilities include assisting with the review, simplification, and migration of P&C Re Underwriting Standards into a new governance framework and platform. This involves leading weekly discussions and stakeholder engagement activities, monitoring project progress, and participating in testing and validation efforts. The role also requires highlighting risks, dependencies, and escalating issues as needed. To qualify for this role, candidates must have a general understanding of underwriting, particularly how underwriters use Underwriting Standards and best practices. They should be able to understand governance intent and translate it into clear, actionable requirements. Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to manage stakeholders and collaborate effectively, are essential. Full proficiency in English is required. Nice-to-have skills include an interest in AI applications in underwriting and governance, experience supporting projects or process improvement initiatives, and the ability to prepare training materials or support learning programs. A talent for simplifying complex topics and communicating them effectively to varied audiences is also beneficial. The role is based in a hybrid work model, with an expectation to be in the office at least three days per week. The team is diverse and based across Zurich and Munich, offering a collaborative and inclusive environment. What the role asks for: - General underwriting knowledge, particularly a sound understanding of how underwriters use Underwriting Standards and best practices in their work. - Ability to understand governance intent and translate it into clear and actionable requirements. - Proven ability to manage stakeholders and collaborate effectively. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Full proficiency in English. - Nice-to-have: Interest in AI applications in underwriting and governance. - Nice-to-have: Experience supporting projects or process improvements initiatives. - Nice-to-have: Experience in preparing training materials or supporting learning programs. - Nice-to-have: A talent for simplifying complex topics and communicating them effectively to varied audiences.