Cyber Underwriter | International Insurance Group in Brussels
For one of our clients, we are currently looking for a Cyber Underwriter to strengthen its growing Corporate Insurance team in Brussels.
Our client is a leading international insurance group with strong expertise in Corporate and Industrial risks. Combining the capabilities of a global organization with an entrepreneurial local approach, the company works with large and complex organizations and is currently investing significantly in the development of its Belgian activities.
With strong growth ambitions for the coming years, the company is expanding its local underwriting capabilities across several strategic insurance lines.
This position represents an excellent opportunity to join a growing Belgian operation, develop your expertise in one of the most rapidly evolving areas of Corporate Insurance and directly contribute to the development of the company's Cyber portfolio in Belgium.
Role
As a Cyber Underwriter, you will contribute to the development and management of a portfolio of Corporate Cyber risks.
You will combine risk assessment, analytical thinking and commercial insight to understand clients' exposures, evaluate new business opportunities and structure appropriate insurance solutions.
Beyond pure underwriting, you will play an important role in developing relationships with brokers and corporate clients. The company is therefore open to candidates with different backgrounds who combine an understanding of business risks with strong commercial capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Cyber Underwriting & Risk Assessment
- Analyze Cyber risks for corporate clients by developing a strong understanding of their activities, organization and overall risk exposure.
- Assess new business opportunities and determine appropriate underwriting conditions in line with the company's risk appetite.
- Structure tailored Cyber insurance solutions balancing client needs, risk selection and portfolio profitability.
- Review renewals and existing policies while assessing changes in clients' risk profiles.
- Develop your technical expertise within Cyber Insurance and broader Corporate and Specialty risks.
Broker & Client Relationships
- Build and maintain strong relationships with insurance brokers, corporate clients and other market stakeholders.
- Act as a trusted partner by combining technical understanding with a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach.
- Discuss and negotiate insurance solutions, terms and conditions with brokers.
- Develop a strong understanding of clients' businesses and challenges to provide relevant insurance solutions.
- Represent the company during broker meetings, client discussions and market events.
Portfolio & Business Development
- Contribute actively to the development of the Cyber Insurance portfolio in Belgium.
- Identify new business opportunities and participate in the company's broader growth strategy.
- Develop your network and market knowledge within the Belgian Corporate Insurance ecosystem.
- Combine disciplined risk selection with a commercial mindset to support sustainable and profitable growth.
- Contribute to strengthening the company's positioning with brokers and Corporate clients.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Collaborate closely with local and international underwriting specialists and other internal stakeholders.
- Leverage the expertise of an international insurance organization while contributing to the development of the local Belgian business.
- Share market insights and contribute to the continuous evolution of underwriting approaches.
- Take ownership of your responsibilities and actively contribute to improving processes and solutions.
Profile
We are open to different professional backgrounds. More than a traditional underwriting career path, our client is looking for someone who combines an understanding of Cyber risks, strong analytical capabilities and commercial potential.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Business, Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity or another relevant field.
- Previous experience in Cyber Insurance, Cybersecurity, Technology Risk, IT Risk, Cyber Compliance or Cyber Governance is highly valued.
- Candidates with a Cyber Compliance background, particularly those accustomed to assessing organizations, controls, regulatory requirements and technology-related risks, are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Professionals coming from Corporate Banking, SME Banking or B2B commercial roles with strong exposure to corporate clients can also be considered.
- Ability to understand a company's business model and assess its technology, operational and Cyber risk exposure.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills combined with genuine commercial flair.
- Ability to translate complex or technical Cyber topics into clear business and risk considerations.
- Comfortable developing relationships with brokers, corporate clients and senior stakeholders.
- Business-minded, proactive and solution-oriented, with the ability to take ownership and work autonomously.
- Genuine interest in developing expertise at the intersection of Cyber, Risk and Corporate Insurance.
- Professional proficiency in Dutch is highly valued, combined with a good command of English and/or French.
Offer
- A permanent contract within a leading international insurance group with strong expertise in Corporate and Industrial risks.
- The opportunity to join an ambitious Belgian operation during an important growth phase and contribute directly to the development of its Cyber activities.
- A position with genuine impact, within a lean local structure where your ideas and contribution are highly visible.
- Direct exposure to senior decision-makers and experienced insurance professionals, both locally and internationally.
- An entrepreneurial working environment combining the agility of a growing Belgian team with the resources and expertise of an international organization.
- Exposure to large Corporate clients and complex risks, allowing you to develop highly sought-after expertise within Cyber Insurance.
- Significant autonomy and responsibility, with exposure to both technical underwriting and commercial portfolio development.
- Strong long-term career opportunities, with the possibility to evolve alongside the continued development of the Belgian business.
- A culture built around technical excellence, quality, continuous improvement and client service.
An Attractive Compensation Package
- A highly competitive salary, tailored to your experience, technical expertise and potential to contribute to the development of the business.
- An attractive annual performance bonus, rewarding your individual contribution and business performance.
- A premium company car, adapted to your level of seniority.
- A generous monthly net expense allowance, further optimizing your overall compensation.
- Meal vouchers and additional fringe benefits.
- Comprehensive group and hospitalization insurance, providing long-term financial protection and peace of mind.
- Stock-based incentives, adding an attractive additional component to your overall compensation.
- A generous annual leave package, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
- Flexible working possibilities combined with a culture that values collaboration, proximity and strong team dynamics.
Company Car
Meal Vouchers
Fuel Card
Net Expenses
Internal & External trainings
Group Insurance
Health Insurance
Bonus
Parking
Open Space
Team-building & incentives
Remote possible
Flexible working hours