Underwriter in Brighton

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Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Duration: Permanent
Location: Brighton (hybrid working)
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About the role
Ansvar , who are proudly part of Benefact Group , are looking for an Underwriter to join our Brighton office.
As an Underwriter at Ansvar, you will play a crucial role to the business in developing, negotiating and profitably underwriting business within own authority and in line with Ansvar strategy.
You’ll work closely with brokers to build strong, collaborative relationships, ensuring a balance between attracting new customers and retaining existing ones through competitive insurance solutions. Our diverse portfolio spans charities, property owners, businesses, offices and retail, faith groups, social enterprises, and not-for-profit organisations – giving you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across sectors that truly matter.
Why join us?
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, ambitious culture committed to making a difference and working towards a more sustainable future. Ranked amongst the UK\’s top 50 Best Large Companies to Work For in 2024, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities, with all of our profits going to charity and good causes.
What you\’ll be doing
Develop, negotiate and profitably underwrite business within own authority and in line with Ansvar strategy
Plan, prioritise and manage individual work to deliver agreed objectives and meet SLAs to deliver exceptional customer service.
Use the appropriate method of communication (telephone, face to face) to support Ansvar’s right first time approach in order to maintain successful Internal and External relationships.
Act on individual audit results and agreed action plans within agreed deadlines to improve own performance (participation in in‑house training, CII, CPD)
Understand and operate within regulatory framework and identify and elevate any risks to the business.
Analyse statistical information using specialist programmes
Potential broker visits to support policies
Keep detailed and accurate records of policies underwritten and decisions made.
What you need to have
Qualified Cert CII or commitment to achieve within an agreed timescale
A proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service
Commercial insurance experience
What we offer
A competitive salary – let\’s discuss it
Hybrid working
Group Personal Pension – up to 12% employer contribution
Generous annual bonus scheme up to 24%
25 days annual leave plus