Underwriting Apprenticeship 2024

3 weeks ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Zurich Insurance Full time

Underwriting Apprenticeship Retail ZPC

Location:
Manchester

Salary:
£21,840

Qualification:
Level 3 Insurance Practitioner

Start Date:
September 2024

Insurance is so much more than you think
This is a permanent role, your apprenticeship is just the start of your career with us.

We'll continue to cheer you on every step of the way once you've finished and will remain committed to help you grow.

Working in insurance is so varied, you'll find that there are so many different opportunities for you to explore. An apprenticeship is the perfect way to fast-track your career

Your Opportunity
Are you looking to begin a career in Insurance? Would you like to work for one of the world's biggest and most respected Insurance companies? Would you like to earn whilst you are studying towards achieving qualifications? Then this Apprenticeship opportunity is for you


We are currently expanding the team and are looking for individuals to join and support the continued growth and development of our Retail Underwriting Teams.


Working in our Underwriting teams, you will analyse and underwrite new and renewal business, interact with Brokers to support their customers and work as part of a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.

If you pride yourself in providing excellent customer service every day, then you could be the perfect fit

The length of your apprenticeship will vary dependant on course provider and scheme. Rest assured; we will support your study time alongside your permanent role.

What can I look forward to?- In this role communication and quick learning is key, in turn you will get to experience working for a global, truly people centric organisation

  • Key responsibilities:
  • Build and manage relationships with Brokers in support of business retention, securing new business and helping them meet their customers insurance needs.
  • Support Zurich's culture by demonstrating trading and negotiation behaviours.
  • Qualify accounts to meet with the organisation's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity and analysis of exposures and risk.
  • Quote and set coverage, negotiate terms and conditions on New Business, Mid Term Adjustment and Renewals.
  • Make Outbound calls to Brokers, demonstrating a desire to win business, alongside managing tasks, Inbound calls and Live Chat.
  • Resolve technical problems by referring to policies, procedures, specifications and on shortterm, defined scope projects.
  • Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines and insurance laws and regulations.
  • Be an active team member of a large multilocation Underwriting environment.

What's in it for you?


As well as joining a company that is passionate about our people, sustainability and our customers, we also have a competitive rewards and lifestyle benefits package.


You'll receive:
- £21,840 starting salary- 25 days holiday plus an additional 3 volunteering days
  • Flexible bank holidays for religious/cultural events
  • Private medical cover 12% company pension contribution
  • Annual company bonus
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Discounted gadget insurance
  • Discounted technology offers

What you'll need:

  • A minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 including Maths and English
  • A professional attitude with a positive 'can do' approach to your work
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to build strong working relationships
  • A customer service mindset
  • A solution focused approached

Are you ready to create a brighter future?


At Zurich our brand purpose is to create a brighter future together, for our customers, our partners, our employees and the planet.

It's a promise that for our customers, we will put their needs at the heart of everything we do and for our employees, to grow and develop together.

For our partners, to collaborate to create mutual value and for the planet, to drive positive impact by integrating our sustainability work into how we do business.

We put our customers at the heart of everything that we do, and we're looking for like-minded people to join us.

We're passionate about diversity and inclusion, we want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work. You'll have every opportunity to use your drive and enthusiasm to innovate the future of Zurich.

Everybody is made to feel welcome, different opinions are valued, personal needs are respected, and opportunity is equal for all.

**_So, make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us._

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