OverviewWho are we?Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. We have pushed the boundaries of insurance and are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset. Our strength lies in collaborating as an international team of over 20,000 employees spanning over 100 countries. Our people are our biggest asset and our largest shareholder group, and everything we do comes from a people-first approach.Why work at Howden?We are employee-owned and driven by entrepreneurial spirit. We hire talented specialists and empower them to make a real difference for clients while building fulfilling careers. Our culture is the main reason people stay with Howden, and you’ll find like-minded colleagues driving change in areas such as work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering, and more.The RoleWe are recruiting for a permanent Associate Director within our Credit Risk Solutions team in Howden CAP. The role is based in the City of London. You will originate and structure LevFin transactions, acting as a senior liaison between clients and insurers to ensure suitable cover, pricing, and high-quality insurance advice for our international banking clients. The role involves handling high-value, sophisticated risks with a solid understanding of credit risk; training on the insurance pieces will be provided.People come to Howden for our culture, and we nurture and retain the best talent in the market. Whatever your priorities—work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering—you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.What you’ll doReview client documentation to ensure information is comprehensive and accurate to support the quoting processCollate and communicate client requirements to market an insurance solution for the riskPrepare or check market presentationsLiaise with clients; advise, investigate and resolve queries and become a trusted advisorBe aware of and satisfy territory, tax, and legislation requirementsRespond to market and third-party queries as appropriateProduce high-quality, compliant market documentation with appropriate authorisationsAssist in reviewing product wordings to fit client and territory requirementsMaintain up-to-date records on internal systemsAct as a subject-matter expert and provide technical input to junior team membersWho we’re looking forKnowledge of the credit market, including competitors, territory knowledge, and LevFin focusRelevant credit insurance experience is welcome but not requiredGood understanding of regulatory environments for risk transfer between banks and insurersSolid understanding of general banking principlesHistory of delivering high levels of client serviceSome experience in training/mentoring junior staff is desirableWillingness to undertake business development to grow our banking client baseWillingness to travel due to an international client baseWhat do we offer in return?A career that you define. Our business supports personal development, volunteering and charitable fundraising, and the creation of new insurance products that address societal challenges. We support our people to maintain a healthy home/work life balance and overall well-being.Diversity and InclusionWe value diversity and look for individuals who share our values:Success comes from trying something newWe support each other in everyday moments and bigger challengesWe are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyondWe consider our people our chief competitive advantage and treat everyone with equality, fairness, and respect regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or family circumstances.Reasonable adjustmentsWe are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to align roles with your needs. Adjustments can include software, IT, office setups, flexible hours, or hybrid working where possible.If you’re excited by this role but unsure if it’s the right fit, apply and we will assist with reasonable adjustments if needed. *Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Please contact our Recruitment Partner to learn more.Our sustainability promiseWe are on a lifelong journey to become a more sustainable group, focusing on taking care of our people and the world we live in, doing good business, and making a positive impact. You can read more about our sustainability work here.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionInsurance #J-18808-Ljbffr