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The Atradius Group provides trade credit insurance, surety and collections services worldwide, and has a presence through 160 offices in 52 countries. The products offered by Atradius protect companies around the world against the default risks associated with selling goods and services on credit.
At Atradius, we believe in personal development and the Growth Mindset. Our Culture is based on teamwork, reliable accountability, constantly improving and unrivalled service. Read on more on our Career site: https://careers.atradius.com/en/careers.
Job description
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Special Products’ Underwriting Team based in Cardiff Bay. This role allows you to work with a dynamic, friendly and experienced team of underwriters, to develop your underwriting skills and build relationships across the wider group.
The role involves the review of credit limit applications from new and existing customers, with a focus on financial analysis, economic performance and political risks. You will also have the opportunity to manage a portfolio of risks for some of our key customers.
You will have the possibility to work closely with the Special Products’ Commercial Unit, attending presentations and participating in customer meetings.
Requirements
You will need to be able to demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to discuss risk issues confidently. The ability to focus on service to customers is a key requirement and the successful candidate must be able to clearly demonstrate a positive attitude and proactive approach. An ability to work individually and within a team environment is key.
Candidates should be aware that the position would involve travel (potentially overseas). A flexible approach to working hours is essential.
We are looking for someone who preferably has:
- a degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting
- an ability to interpret external reports and examine financial information
- an understanding of UK and/or worldwide economics
- an interest in worldwide current affairs
- the ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- ability to work with MS office applications
What do we offer?
We are a global company and recruit talent throughout the world. We promote a positive and diverse working culture for all our people and value experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds. If you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. In return, we offer the following benefits:
- Hybrid working
- Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
- Market leading pension scheme of up to 18% contribution (15% employer contribution with a 3% employee contribution)
- Life assurance cover at 10 x annual salary
- Income protection insurance to cover any long term absence due to illness
- 27.5 days annual leave starting (plus bank holidays)
- Flexible working hours
- Training and support to reach your full potential including the opportunity for funded further study
- Employee assistance programme
- Sports and social club
- Office amenities including onsite gym and showers subsidised restaurant, coffee shop and games room and subsidised parking
- In addition to the above, we operate a salary sacrifice scheme whereby you can take advantage of discounted rates in terms of private dental cover, private health insurance retail vouchers, cycle to work scheme etc.
Equal opportunities for all
The success of our organisation stands with the quality of our people and the ideas they have. Insights and innovative solutions for our customers are the result of an interplay of cultures, knowledge and experience. That is why diversity is extremely important to Atradius. To ensure that all colleagues within Atradius can develop their qualities, we promote an inclusive culture in which everyone feels involved and valued. We encourage and welcome everyone to apply to our positions.
