Broker - Specialty Lines
Underwriting, Broking, Claims
London
£55,000
Reference: HH/RF-14279
Broker – Specialty Lines
Location: London
Salary: Circa £50,000, dependent on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate.
The Opportunity
An established specialist insurance and reinsurance business is looking to recruit a Brokerto join its London-based team.
This is a varied opportunity for someone with a few years of experience in the insurance market, offering a combination of day-to-day broking responsibilities alongside some underwriting duties. Working closely with the existing team, the successful candidate will support the management of client and broker relationships while gaining exposure to facility underwriting, risk assessment and decisions around the acceptance of new business.
The role would suit someone looking to broaden their experience beyond traditional broking, develop their technical understanding and take on greater responsibility within a close-knit business.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage day-to-day broking activities, supporting the placement and servicing of business.
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Build and maintain relationships with brokers, clients and wider market contacts.
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Assist with the management and administration of broker facilities.
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Undertake some underwriting duties, including reviewing submissions and assessing risks against the business's appetite.
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Support decisions on whether to accept or decline business, applying sound judgement and developing underwriting expertise.
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Work closely with colleagues to manage workloads, progress outstanding business and maintain an efficient service.
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Ensure relevant documentation, records and information are maintained accurately.
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Contribute to the smooth running of the business and support its ongoing development.
About You
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A few years of experience within the insurance market, ideally within broking, underwriting or a related technical role.
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A good understanding of insurance processes and the wider market.
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An interest in developing underwriting skills alongside day-to-day broking responsibilities.
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Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess information and make considered decisions.
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Good communication and relationship management skills.
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Organised, proactive and comfortable working in a small, collaborative team.
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Keen to learn, broaden your skill set and take on a varied role.
Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist business in a role that combines traditional broking with exposure to underwriting. The successful candidate will benefit from working closely with experienced colleagues, gaining a broader understanding of the business and developing a skill set across both disciplines.
Salary: Circa £50,000, dependent on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate.
Jacob Hayes
020 4537 4009
About Us
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Harrison Holgate
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EC3M 7AT
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Broker - Specialty Lines employer: Harrison Holgate
Join a pioneering organisation that values excellence and innovation, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise as the Group Head of Insurance will be instrumental in shaping global risk management strategies. With a commitment to employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities and the chance to lead impactful projects across multiple countries, all while being part of a supportive team that prioritises collaboration and strategic thinking.
