Development Underwriter

4 months ago


Northallerton, United Kingdom iFarm Underwriting Full time
Role SummarynTo provide underwriting and development support. To lead with underwriting on our commercial and agricultural products. To provide a professional and comprehensive underwriting and administration service within the business, with a strong emphasis on underwriting, customer service and broker development.

Role Responsibilities:

Underwriting / DevelopmentnDevelop, negotiate and support the underwriting of new business/renewals within your authority and in line with the underwriting strategy.nAchieve sustainable growth through the development of relationships with the company’s network of brokers.nSupport the Business Development ManagernPlan, prioritise and manage individual own work to deliver objectives and meet agreed service levels to deliver exceptional customer service.nRegular calls or visits to broker offices to develop the brokers' accounts / make iFarm the insurance provider of choice for brokers.nProvide guidance and mentorship to junior underwriters and support staff.nKeep abreast of market trends and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions.nHelp review current products and make sure they are market leading but also delivering underwriting profits.nRoll out new products to the market and contribute to the development of the underwriting guide and rates.nLiaise with brokers daily, answering incoming telephone calls and chasing brokers for any additional information required and service all back-office duties.nLead development meetings with Key Brokers and focus on growing broker accounts.nReview online journey and make recommendations around efficiencies.nSupport with Policy IssuancenCompliancenMaintain knowledge of internal controls and all procedures relating to underwriting.nEnsure you uphold Imperium's principle of Treating Customers FairlynUndertake training relevant to the role.

Education and QualificationsnCII is preferred but not essential.

Knowledge & ExperiencenA minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience, with a proven track record of underwriting and developing relationships.nAbility to manage own time, meet deadlines and prioritise work.nStrong analytical and decision-making skills.nExcellent communication and negotiation skills.nAbility to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.nKnowledge of agricultural or commercial insurance products and the regulatory environment.

AptitudenOutcome-focused, initiative-taking, enthusiasticnTeam worker with the ability to work on their initiative.nProfessional approach to relationships