Underwriter - Construction

Underwriter - Construction

Full-Time No working from home possible
DUAL UK

To develop strong business relationships for annual renewable contractors combined, annual contractors all risks and with scope to assist on single projects with brokers and service providers. You will be 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 profile of target insurance business set by Dual Corporate Risks Limited, and in accordance with the binding authority granted to the company.
  • To work with new and existing broker panel to forge relationships and trust through telephone, online and face to face interactions and increase the flow of new business activity.
  • To identify business development opportunities with our broker partners for mutual benefit.
  • To produce and maintain underwriting files for both internal and external viewing and to prepare for audit.
  • To maintain accurate and timely Management Information, monitoring the development of the broker's account including credit performance.

Skills and Abilities Needed to Perform Role

  • Highly engaging communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Approachable and consistent.
  • Strong ability to influence and negotiate with brokers, underwriters and service providers.
  • Experience of managing broker relationships.
  • Analytical and creative thinker in meeting underwriting needs whilst working in partnership with brokers.
  • Self-motivated with ability to exercise independent judgement.
  • Committed to learning and development.
  • To work with confidence, embrace change, be inquisitive, resilient, imaginative and direct.
  • Ability to work quickly, efficiently and methodically.
  • Ability to communicate theories and ideas.

Knowledge and Experience

  • Experience in underwriting Construction risks - 3 years minimum
  • Excellent relationship management skills
  • Excellent verbal influencing and trading skills
  • Taking initiative and being proactive within a team
  • Progress towards professional insurance qualification
  • Team player
  • Desire to develop underwriting capabilities

Compliance & Regulatory Responsibilities

  • Remain compliant with FCA requirements at all times.
  • To share ideas, best practice and other information within DUAL Oliva, especially where relevant to the relationship with brokers.
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Contact Details:

DUAL UK Recruitment Team