Senior Commercial Underwriter
6 months ago
**Senior Commercial Underwriter - Leigh-on-sea - ARD942100**
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in Leigh on Sea as a Senior Commercial Underwriter. This particular role is within the Commercial Property division which comprises Commercial Combined, Property Owners, and General Liability.
In return we will make sure you get all the training and development you need to progress with us, and you will be rewarded with all the great benefits of working for a market-leading, fast-growing company.
**What you will do as a Senior Commercial Underwriter**:
- Underwriting of commercial, property and general liability risks under a variety of delegated binding authorities.
- Seeking open market quotations where needed.
- Develop and maintain a profitable book of business.
- Provide support to Underwriters and junior members including referrals.
- Responsible for monitoring and reporting of management information.
- Create and maintain relationships with brokers, insurers and other business partners.
- Provide support to department manager and assist as may be required with day to day operations.
- Work within personal authority limits.
- Work within parameters of delegated authorities.
- Meet agreed company service levels and standards.
- Work within all legal/regulatory requirement.
- Meet individual target and contribute towards team targets.
- Act to deliver good customer outcomes by adhering to the Consumer Duty principles.
- Please note this is an overview of duties and responsibilities and not an exhaustive list._
**What we are looking for in a Senior Commercial Underwriter**:
- Minimum 5 years proven underwriting experience in commercial combined sector
- Ideally CII qualified or working towards
- Proficient with Microsoft office (Outlook, Excel and Word)
- Proficient knowledge underwriting principles and practice.
- Good risk analysis and technical skills.
- Ability to build relationships.
- Works well under pressure
- Ability to work within a team framework.
- Strong organisational skills with an ability to prioritise workload.
- Strong communication skills - written and verbal
- Use initiative to make decisions
- Self-motivated with great attention to detail
- Good team ethic
- Client service centric
- Proactive approach to securing business
- Willingness to increase technical knowledge
- Leadership skills
In return you will be welcomed and supported by Thames Underwriting and the wider Ardonagh family, with opportunities to learn and grow your career. You will also be joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some notable benefits include;
- Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays.
- Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family.
- Gain CII or ACII qualifications to boost your knowledge and career prospects.
- Pensions scheme for when you feel it’s time to retire.
- 24-hour support for physical and mental wellbeing.
- 1 days paid volunteering day to give back to our communities.
- The Spotlight Awards, where we shine a light on the brightest talent across our group.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
**Benefits**:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Financial planning services
- Free flu jabs
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
- Store discount
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2HN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? (Answer Required)
- How many years proven underwriting experience do you have in the Commercial combined sector? (Answer Required)
- Please advise your salary expectation for this role? (Answer Required)
**Experience**:
- Underwriting: 5 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2HN
Reference ID: ARD942100
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