At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in underwriting and processing new and renewal business while supporting underwriters with administrative tasks.
- Company: Lawes Group collaborates with a leading global insurance organisation for this Graduate Programme.
- Benefits: Participants receive comprehensive training and mentorship, aiming for progression into an Underwriter role.
- Other info: The role is based in London, Birmingham, or Glasgow with potential placements in other offices.
- Why this job: Join a structured 2-year programme blending skills-based learning and real-world exposure in insurance.
- Qualifications: Candidates must have a minimum 2:1 BSc/BA degree and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Lawes Group are working with a leading global insurance organisation who have an exciting opportunity to join their Early Careers programme on a 2 year structured Graduate programme. This programme blends skills-based learning, real‑world exposure, and senior mentorship to build future underwriting and insurance leaders. Participants will develop core insurance expertise, gain international exposure, and benefit from comprehensive training with the aim of progressing into an Underwriter role upon successful completion.
Responsibilities
- Assist in underwriting and processing new and renewal business in line with underwriting appetite, authority levels, and business objectives.
- Support efficient working practices and adherence to underwriting guidelines.
- Participate in meetings with brokers and internal stakeholders.
- Provide high-quality service to both underwriters and brokers while developing technical knowledge and broader commercial skills.
- Assist in producing, maintaining, and monitoring exposure reports.
- Ensure all policy documentation, quoting timeframes, and renewal processes meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.
- Work within established conduct, compliance, and peer review frameworks.
- Engage fully in a structured learning and development programme comprising 70% on-the-job learning and 30% off-the-job learning, including full support to achieve professional qualifications.
Day-to-day
- Supporting underwriters with administrative and technical tasks.
- Recording, processing, and monitoring insurance risks.
- Attending internal and external meetings to develop market awareness.
- Learning underwriting principles, systems, and tools used across the insurance lifecycle.
- Contributing to portfolio and exposure analysis.
- Participating in ongoing training, both formal and on-the-job, as part of a structured development plan.
Skills Requirements
- Minimum 2:1 BSc/BA degree or equivalent in any subject.
- Strong written and spoken English; additional languages beneficial.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- High accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent organisational skills.
- Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach under tight deadlines.
- Collaborative, curious, and eager to learn; demonstrates a positive "can-do" attitude.
- Results-driven with a strong commitment to personal and professional development.
- Flexibility to undertake on-the-job training, including potential placements in other offices, and willingness to work with new technologies.
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Lawes Group offers a competitive salary and a structured Graduate Programme in London, Birmingham, or Glasgow. The programme focuses on developing future underwriting leaders through mentorship and international exposure, ensuring participants gain essential skills in the insurance industry.
