Cyber Underwriting Expert (all gender) Full-Time or Part-Time
Key information
- Publication date:11 September 2025
- Workload:50 – 100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Language:English (Fluent), German (Fluent)
- Place of work:Basel
50% - 100%
Here, you can scale new heights: in Switzerland and on the international market, Helvetia Specialty Lines offers tailor-made insurance cover for engineering, marine, aviation, space, art and technology. So we can promise you: you will certainly not get bored here! Will you take up the challenge? As a Cyber Underwriting Expert, you will play a key role in shaping the future of cyber risk insurance across the Helvetia Group. You will contribute to underwriting excellence, product development, and the education of cyber underwriters. This multifaceted role combines strategic product management, expert risk assessment, and coaching responsibilities to further build a robust cyber insurance portfolio and promote knowledge exchange.
Your responsibility
- Analyze and evaluate complex cyber risks, including special cases requiring approval
- Prepare comprehensive risk reports with actionable recommendations
- Provide guidance and support for the development and standardization of cyber insurance products
- Advise on reinsurance strategies and support the structuring and placement of tailored reinsurance solutions
- Monitor market trends to inform product optimization and drive innovation
- Assist in evaluating partnerships with external cybersecurity and service providers
- Design and implement training programs and workshops for cyber underwriters, including coaching and technical support
- Analyze and enhance business processes and tools to improve efficiency and synergy
Your qualification
- You preferably hold a university degree in insurance, technology, or business administration
- Several years of experience in cyber insurance underwriting and/or product management
- Demonstrated expertise in project management and effective cross-functional collaboration
- You are an analytical and structured thinker with a confident presence with strong communication abilities
- You are passionate about insurance and innovation in cyber risk
- High proficiency in English and German is required; proficiency in other European languages (e.g., French, Spanish, Italian) is a plus
- Willingness to occasionally travel within Europe
Working at Helvetia
Team Helvetia is there together when it matters. We are people who can be relied on. Who support one another and stand up for each other. Who encourage and challenge each other. Who are inspired and who inspire others. That's how we shape the future together. &Go!
Contact
Alice-Alexandra Kall
Recruiting Partner
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René Buff Head Center of Excellence Cyber