At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive the strategy for our Aerospace portfolio and mentor junior team members.
- Company: Leading insurer in the aerospace sector with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 30 days leave, private health cover, and learning budget.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team with excellent growth opportunities and a supportive culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic industry while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in Aviation Underwriting and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Our industry-respected team insures airlines, general aviation aircraft and component manufacturers, airports and ground-based operators against a wide range of risks including terrorism and war. We are leaders in our market, focusing on clients that need specialist market capabilities. Our legacy free and data led approach allows us to take a more informed approach to managing risk and help us see opportunities where others do not.
As a Class Underwriter, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of the vision and strategy of our Aerospace portfolio to your agreed authority level. You will make a meaningful impact on the growth of our book and play an active role mentoring more junior members of the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide input into the strategic direction of the portfolios and products, being responsible for the effective delivery of designated elements of the strategy and business plan.
- With the Class of Business Head, identify and pursue opportunities that will enhance the proposition and strategic goals.
- Where appropriate, collaborate with other portfolios, products and Convex teams across the regions to leverage relationships and opportunities.
- Develop and proactively manage the designated business by utilizing relevant resources as appropriate.
- Generate and manage business and both broker and client relationships for the Aerospace team.
- Ensure risks are written within the agreed parameters – making sound long term decisions on risks that are written and continually undertake analysis of the portfolio to refine it as required.
- Support Convex strategy of adoption and utilisation of technology to ensure a robust portfolio and to prioritise time spent in underwriting and client engagement activities.
- Collaborate with claims, actuarial and ceded teams to ensure a sustainable selection of risks and delivery of a portfolio that outperforms the market.
- Demonstrate excellent client service to support Convex’s goal to be our client’s favourite insurer.
- Conduct role in accordance with the Company’s Business Ethics policy and all regulated entities as appropriate.
- Mentor individuals, ensuring high levels of engagement, motivation and retention of our talent and key performers.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- A robust track record as an Aviation Underwriter within the London market.
- Able to bring a strategic view to the portfolio including identifying opportunities for growth.
- Excellent numeric and analytical skills with a thoughtful, yet commercial approach to underwriting.
- Broad intellectual and technical expertise, ideally across Aviation and various geographical areas.
- Thrive on building relationships internally as well as externally and enjoy maintaining a relevant network.
- Well-rounded communication skills, both written and orally.
- Naturally curious and a continuous improvement mindset.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- 30 days Annual Leave
- Birthday Leave
- 10% Employer Pension Contribution
- Private Health Insurance Medical Cover
- Group Income Protection
- Life Assurance Cover
- Enhanced Parental Leave
- Annual Health Check
- 3 days of Volunteer Leave each year
- £1,300 to spend on learning & wellbeing
- Give as You Earn
- Cycle to Work
- Season Ticket Loan
Class Underwriter, Aerospace in London employer: Convex Insurance
As a Class Underwriter in Aerospace at our esteemed company, you will join a dynamic team that is not only a leader in the insurance market but also deeply committed to employee growth and well-being. With a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a strong focus on professional development, including a substantial budget for learning and wellness, we foster a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our commitment to mentoring and supporting our talent ensures that you will have meaningful opportunities to advance your career while making a significant impact in the industry.
