Assistant Underwriter

Job Title: Assistant Underwriter

Location: Leatherhead

Job Sector: General Insurance

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £30000 plus excellent benefits and bonus

Job Reference: DH/86203

About the Company:

A market leading specialist Insurance Company are looking to recruit an ambitious Assistant Underwriter to join a growing team with a significant presence across the South East.

You'll underwrite and service existing accounts with the expertise and support of a team of experienced underwriters

If you have gained experience in Commercial Underwriting or Broking, then this is the opportunity to drive your career forward and be rewarded appropriately for your efforts

About the Role:

As an Assistant Commercial Underwriter, you will:

• Build relationships with brokers, negotiating effectively, and providing excellent customer service at all times.
• Maintain a good level of underwriting, demonstrated through knowledge of authority levels and company guidelines.
• Manage renewal cases with the broker to secure renewal and upsell/cross sell additional covers.
• Use your analytical skills to detect and assess both standard and non-standard risks
• Comply with key regulatory and risk management responsibilities.
• Maintain appropriate records for allocating & tracking performance v budget, renewal diaries and new business pipeline.

Key Skills/Experience Required:

You'll possess the following skills and experience:

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent, you'll have either started your Cert CII qualification or will be keen to do so.
• Previous experience of Commercial Insurance gained with an Insurer or Broker.
• A sound knowledge of insurance and underlying legal principles and practices.
• An excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with clients and colleagues alike.
• Highly numerate with an analytical, problem-solving approach.
• Motivated, ambitious, and compassionate means that you slot in well to the team and provide a first

Salary/Benefits Information:

• Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience.
• 27 days annual leave (opportunity to purchase more)
• Contributory pension scheme plus excellent benefits package
• Hybrid working

Contact: David Harries

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