Senior Underwriter in Chelmsford

Are you ready to lead with confidence and shape underwriting strategy? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your decisions make a real impact? Join us as a Senior Underwriter – this is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Chelmsford office!

Aon is in the business of better decisions. At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like:

• Help oversee the underwriting process including aggregates for the Terrorism SPS.
• Provide guidance and training on technical underwriting issues to any direct reports.
• Ability to quote new, renewal and mid-term amendments in line with the delegated underwriting authority, agreement and Underwriting guide.
• Ensuring that individual risks are bound promptly and in accordance with the delegated underwriting authority.
• Recording of risks on the Policy Administration System in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Meeting agreed service standards to bind risks and ensure that the relevant policies are accurate and issued within agreed timescales.
• Ensuring full compliance with the Delegated Authority from insurers.
• Building an excellent working relationship with the Local retail networks and GBC teams.
• Building excellent working relationships with supporting insurers.
• Participate in regular insurer meetings to review progress of the facility.
• Work with Insurers to deliver the underwriting strategy, to understand Insurers’ risk appetite and expectations.
• Maintain a high level of technical knowledge and input into technical and commercial market intelligence.
• Monitor and control of new and renewal business, including aggregate monitoring.
• Completing Mid Term adjustments accurately and in a timely manner.
• To act fully in compliance with FCA rules and guidelines and with Aon Policy.
• Assist in meeting the team's financial budget/plan.

Skills and experience that will lead to success:

• Previous Terrorism or International Property experience in the London Insurance Market.
• Track record in technical Underwriting.
• Well-developed influencing skills and the ability to achieve success through others.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical and numerical skills.
• Proven interpersonal skills, capable of dealing with domestic and international clients, business stakeholders and external bodies.
• Commercial acumen and negotiation skills of the highest order.
• Able to motivate and inspire team to achieve success.
• Motivation, coaching and development of staff.
• Well-developed knowledge of FSA requirements and standards.
• Able to establish and maintain relationships with brokers and carriers.

How we support our colleagues:

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well. Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.