Group Underwriter

• Evaluate and issue quotes for corporate insurance schemes in accordance with company underwriting guidelines, pricing methodologies and other relevant regulations
• Analyse claims data and risk factors to forecast future claims levels and set insurance premiums
• Gather and review background information in order to effectively assess risk
• Collaborate with Sales and Relationship Management teams throughout contract renewals and tenders to reach target KPIs, while maintaining underwriting standards
• Prepare and issue client utilisation reports, including commentary and explanation of observed trends and scheme performance
• Act as a technical referral point for other areas of the business in relation to all Underwriting queries
• Form own opinions on requests and make sound underwriting decisions, within authority limits
• Take ownership of queries received within the team and deliver a quality service and response time to colleagues
• Represent Underwriting team on strategic projects, as needed
• Comply with company standards in respect of documentation and file management
• Update and maintain work activity reports for Management

• Experience (minimum of c.3 years) in Underwriting position in relevant line of business
• Proficiency in MS Excel is essential
• Proven track record of successful negotiations with large corporate clients
• Proven ability to work well as part of a team and communicate effectively with others
• Preferably Degree and / or professional insurance qualification (e.g. CII)

Professional insurance qualification (e.g. CII)

• Opportunity to work in a growing multicultural company
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package