At a Glance
- Tasks: Underwrite insurance risks and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Company: Dynamic insurance firm based in London with a hybrid working model.
- Benefits: 30 days holiday, flexible working options, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Join a team that shapes strategy and drives business success in the financial sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in FI underwriting and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: London, hybrid working.
Time Type: Full time.
Worker Type: Employee.
Responsibilities
- Underwrite insurance risks in alignment with the Business Plan and personal authority to achieve business objectives.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including customers, brokers, and colleagues, to maximise influence and support business goals.
- Develop strategic relationships in line with the Business Plan to facilitate the achievement of objectives.
- Ensure compliance with insurance strategy to mitigate risk and achieve business plan targets.
- Participate actively in shaping and developing strategy, knowledge and best practices within the team.
- Maintain underwriting standards, instructions, and best practices to minimise risk and enhance efficiency.
- Stay updated on market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness to operate effectively.
- Motivate and develop the team by demonstrating good leadership behaviours and management best practice to support the achievement of business goals.
Qualifications
- Previous FI underwriting experience.
- Commercial acumen to grasp key profit drivers and maximise long‑term wealth for shareholders.
- Intermediate proficiency in relevant software, including Excel and other departmental tools.
- Excellent organisational, prioritisation, and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
- Flexible working – part‑time, job share and compressed hours available.
- Pension – automatically enrolled, employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and complies with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction.
Senior Underwriter – Financial Institutions (FI) employer: QBE Europe
Join a leading insurance firm in London as a Senior Underwriter, where you will thrive in a dynamic hybrid working environment that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. With 30 days of holiday and generous pension contributions, we prioritise your well-being while fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth. Here, you will have the opportunity to develop strategic relationships and lead a team, all while contributing to our commitment to excellence and innovation in the financial institutions sector.
