Assistant Underwriter

Job title: Assistant Underwriter (Public Sector)

Location: Surrey

We are seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter to join our client’s Binder Management team. This role will be based in their Surrey office on a hybrid basis. The primary focus of this position is to underwrite key accounts, drive new business growth, and ensure the operational effectiveness of the Public Sector Delegated Authority Agreements (DAA).

Responsibilities

1. Manage day-to-day servicing and growth of Public Sector DAA
2. Administer tasks in compliance with insurer procedures
3. Process, record, and confirm instructions efficiently
4. Provide regular updates and management information for each DAA
5. Identify under-insurance and potential gaps in client cover
6. Ensure DAA are fit for purpose and provide feedback on product development
7. Support testing requirements of system DAA developments
8. Comply with regulatory requirements and company procedures
9. Maintain positive working relationships with clients, colleagues, insurers, and suppliers
10. Identify training needs and development opportunities for team members
11. Stay updated with technical, legal, and market developments through training
12. Report problems outside of authority or experience level promptly
13. Assist with additional duties as reasonably requested
14. Maintain team morale and positive working relationships at all times

Qualifications

1. Proven experience in a similar role within the insurance industry
2. Strong knowledge of Commercial Underwriting
3. Ideally well-versed in Public Sector, but open to considering those from General Commercial Insurance
4. Holding or working towards one of the Chartered Insurance Institute Qualifications, Cert CII, Dip CII, or ACII would be advantageous
5. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
6. Ability to analyse data and identify trends or areas for improvement
7. Proficiency in using Acturis or similar insurance software, and MS Office
8. Eligible to work in the UK

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07458 162 842 or email us at admin@lawesgroup.co.uk