Who are we? Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and a no‑limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for one: our culture.
Role Definition
Develop strong business relationships for annual renewable contractors (combined and all risks) and assist on single projects with brokers and service providers. Work as part of a dynamic team underwriting profitable business with new and existing accounts.
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities
- Generate and underwrite annual renewable contractors combined business in accordance with the business plan and target insurance profile set by Dual Corporate Risks Limited, and in accordance with the binding authority granted to the company.
- Work with new and existing broker panels to forge relationships and trust through telephone, online and face‑to‑face interactions and increase the flow of new business activity.
- Identify business development opportunities with broker partners for mutual benefit.
- Produce and maintain underwriting files for both internal and external viewing and prepare for audit.
- Maintain accurate and timely Management Information, monitoring broker account development and credit performance.
Qualifications & Skills
- Highly engaging communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Approachable and consistent.
- Strong ability to influence and negotiate with brokers, underwriters and service providers.
- Experience managing broker relationships.
- Analytical and creative thinker in meeting underwriting needs while working in partnership with brokers.
- Self‑motivated with ability to exercise independent judgement.
- Committed to learning and development.
- Adaptable, resilient, imaginative and direct.
- Ability to work quickly, efficiently and methodically.
- Excellent relationship management skills.
- Excellent verbal influencing and trading skills.
- Taking initiative and being proactive within a team.
- Positive “can do” attitude.
- Progress towards professional insurance qualification.
- Team player.
- Three years minimum experience in underwriting Construction risks.
- Desire to develop underwriting capabilities.
Compliance & Regulatory Responsibilities
Remain compliant with FCA requirements at all times. Share ideas, best practice and other information within Dual Oliva, especially where relevant to the relationship with brokers.
What We Offer
- A career defined by you.
- Flexible working arrangements including flexible hours and hybrid working where possible.
- Opportunity for career progression and learning.
- Supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Dual UK to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working. Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.
Permanent
Howden began in 1994 and has grown to a leading global insurance group, managing $37bn of premiums for our clients. We value ownership and teamwork across the organisation.
