Cargo Underwriter – 29377
Leeds
They are currently looking for a Cargo Underwriter to be based in their Leeds office on a full-time basis, reporting into the Underwriter & Team Leader.
Senior Property Underwriter – 29378
They are currently looking for an Underwriter to work with them on a full-time basis in either their Manchester OR Birmingham office, reporting into the P&C Underwriting Manager. This is a pivotal role focused on driving profitable growth and managing a high-quality portfolio across mono-line and multiline P&C products, with a key focus on Property.
Ref: 29378
- Location: Manchester or Birmingham
- Category: Underwriting
- Type: Permanent
Overview
Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- To underwrite new and renewal business in line with underwriting guidelines and appetite
- Work with the intermediary/customer, undertake end-to-end handling of cases for the allocated portfolio to deliver the agreed joint business development plans in line with the Company’s overall trading strategy
- Support the creation and implementation of underwriting strategy, forecasts and portfolio management required to achieve profitability and technical excellence
- Identify, define and develop business opportunities, seeking the input of other members of staff where appropriate, to ensure that business proposals are dealt with swiftly and effectively
- Help drive forward good Conduct for the business to deliver the best outcomes for customers / policyholders
- Understand all appropriate lines of escalation and the responsibilities of the Product Conduct Risk Strategy Group (PCRSG), Underwriting & Claims Sub Committee (UCSC), ExCo and Board for Conduct Risk
Experience required:
- High level of Property underwriting knowledge
- Understanding of technical underwriting, philosophy and Company trading strategy
- Ability to interpret and effectively use management information
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of the local insurance market practices
- Build internal relationships with Line of Business Managers, team members, Underwriters, the Claims Department and the Syndicate
- Develop external relationships with a range of contacts within the allocated intermediaries, customers and local market