Assistant Underwriter

Job Title – Assistant Underwriter\\n\\nDepartment – Property\\n\\nLocation – London\\n\\nCompany Profile:\\n\\nOur client is one of the largest, independent Managing General Agent(MGA). Their flexible products and blend of traditional values with modern technology ensure a seamless experience that sets the benchmark for customer service in the industry.\\n\\nPurpose of Role/Job Overview:\\n\\nTo provide efficient, timely and professional support to the brokers for New Business and general enquiries\\n\\nMust have experience in Property for the SME package policies and at least 2 years’ experience in the SME package policies sector.\\n\\nTo achieve income and profit objectives through the new business team, determine policy terms and calculate premiums in line with authority levels.\\n\\nTo positively reinforce and display the clients values and to actively drive the business forward in achieving its objectives.\\n\\nKey Accountabilities:\\n\\nMeeting and where possible, exceeding brokers service levels and expectations.\\n\\nSupport wider team\\n\\nIdentify cover and hazards that will impact on the acceptance, pricing, or terms applicable to a risk.\\n\\nUnderstands the impact of claims and risk management on the performance of a case and demonstrates an ability to review taking these factors into account.\\n\\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with key trading partners to maximize influence.\\n\\nSupport the development and operation of sales campaigns to drive the acquisition of profitable business.\\n\\nOther Activities, Duties and Responsibilities\\n\\nMaintain and develop market awareness.\\n\\nMaintain good working relationships with all internal departments.\\n\\nMaintain an open communication ethos with colleagues and managers.\\n\\nDemonstrate “model behaviours”\\n\\nComply with all legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements to ensure obligations are met.\\n\\nContribute to wider business activities.\\n\\nOperate within individual underwriting authorities and guidelines.\\n\\nSkills/Abilities/ Competencies:\\n\\nGood communication and organizational skills\\n\\nAbility to manage time effectively, set priorities and meet deadlines\\n\\nAbility to learn and adapt to change\\n\\nDesire/ability to work successfully in a small company environment\\n\\nProven ability in developing key working relationships and business opportunities\\n\\nUnderstanding of good negotiation and decision- making skills\\n\\nMarket knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements as well as technical proficiency on wordings\\n\\nA strong level of numeracy, analytical and literacy skills\\n\\nStrong organizational and prioritization skills\\n\\nThe ability to influence actions and attitudes of others through leading by example\\n\\nAn understanding of the UK insurance market\\n\\nA broad knowledge of SME Property owners and/or Commercial insurance\\n\\nA thorough understanding of underwriting processes\\n\\nMinimum of 2 years relevant experience in the insurance industry\\n\\nA minimum of five GCSE’s (A*-C grades, to include Maths and English) or equivalent\\n\\nCERT CII, DIP CII or equivalent\\n\\nPersonal Attributes\\n\\nA friendly professional demeanor and ability to excel in a team-oriented environment\\n\\nNatural at giving direction to and mentoring less experienced colleagues\\n\\nDriven to go ‘above and beyond’ to provide best\\n\\nin class service to insurer and broker partners\\n\\nAlong with our client, we are committed to a diverse workforce and as such recruit from a wide available pool of talent, with the hiring, assessment and selection process being fair, free from bias and one which ensures the right person is selected for the job, based on merit. We treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.\\n\\nA copy of our D&I policy can be made available upon request