Senior Underwriter

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Howden Group Full time
Senior Underwriter - Construction

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Locations: London

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Yesterday

Job Requisition ID: R0009694

Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Role Definition

To develop strong business relationships for annual renewable contractors combined with brokers and service providers. To deliver strategic planning, development and execution of business development, ensuring DUAL Oliva maximises profitable opportunities to achieve its targets in line with its published business plan within agreed underwriting binder limits and guidelines. To act as a referral point and role model to other members of the underwriting team.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities
  • Generate and underwrite annual renewable contractors combined business in accordance with the business plan and profile of target insurance business set by Dual Corporate Risks Limited, and in accordance with the binding authority granted to the company.
  • Working with stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery of business plans.
  • To work with new and existing broker panel to forge relationships and trust through telephone, online and face to face interactions and increase the flow of new business activity.
  • To identify business development opportunities with our broker partners for mutual benefit.
  • To act as a referral point for underwriters and assistant underwriters within the construction team.
  • Undertake peer reviews of other members of the DUAL Construction team.
  • Display positive traits as a role model to other members of the DUAL Construction team.
  • Work with the management team to help develop the skills and knowledge of the team.
  • To produce and maintain underwriting files for both internal and external viewing and to prepare for audit.
  • To maintain accurate and timely Management Information, monitoring the development of the broker’s account including credit performance.
Skills and Abilities Needed to Perform Role
  • Highly engaging communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Approachable and consistent.
  • Strong ability to influence and negotiate with brokers, underwriters and service providers.
  • Experience of managing broker relationships.
  • Analytical and creative thinker in meeting underwriting needs whilst working in partnership with brokers.
  • Self-motivated with ability to exercise independent judgement.
  • Committed to learning and development.
  • Politically astute regarding the insurance market.
  • To work with confidence, embrace change, be inquisitive, resilient, imaginative and direct.
  • Ability to work quickly, efficiently and methodically.
  • Ability to communicate theories and ideas.
Knowledge and Experience
  • Experience in the insurance industry with a broad range of experience in policy work and preparation, basic accounts and claims.
  • Sound product awareness with significant experience of underwriting annual renewable contractors combined to which the job holder is responsible for.
Compliance & Regulatory Responsibilities
  • Remain compliant with FCA requirements at all times.
  • To share ideas, best practice and other information within DUAL Oliva, especially where relevant to the relationship with brokers.
What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

  • Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new.
  • We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges.
  • We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond.
Reasonable Adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

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