Underwriting Assistant

4 days ago


Colchester, United Kingdom TIME Appointments Ltd Full time

Our client are looking to hire an Underwriting Assistant to join their growing team based on the outskirts of Colchester, easily commutable from local towns.

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A leading insurance agent in Colchester are looking for an Underwriting Assistant to join their team. The purpose of this role is evaluation of pricing proposals and making pricing recommendations to the Head of Underwriting for sign-off. You will get involvedin the preparation of contract reviews and supporting in the relationship with underwriters for the provision of pricing and all general underwriting matters. This will include service and delivery in relation to Group generated business across the three companiesin the group

The company has strong company culture, hybrid working policy, great benefits including 25 days holiday standing desks, hot/cold drinks, fruit, staff social room with pool table, TV and lounge area, shower for lunchtime sports enthusiasts and dress for yourday policy - usually meaning smart casual wear is suitable for the office if you wish.

**Main Tasks**
- Review underwriting papers and assist the Senior Underwriter with preparing terms
- Liaising with CRM/CRE’s with recommended terms
- Providing guidance to CRM/CR’s in preparing Underwriting papers
- Weekly meeting with the Corporate Relations Team
- Referral of Underwriting Papers to Underwriters where they fall outside the terms of the binder
- Actioning requests for Management Information from Underwriters
- Preparing agenda and collation of material for Quarterly Underwriting Review meetings

Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at A-C grade including English and Maths
- Experience of working within an office environment would be ideal but not essential
- Strong communication skills
- Keen for personal development and progression within a team environment



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