Lead Underwriter – Fine Art and Specie

2 months ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Aviva Full time

Lead Underwriter – Fine Art and Specie (Lloyd's based)

Salary: Competitive based on experience

Are you an individual eager to take a pivotal role in the ongoing success, expansion, and aspirations we hold for Fine Art and Specie?

Aviva stands as a frontrunner in the company market sector with a well-established presence in Lloyd's. Nevertheless, we are determined to advance further, and with the integration of Probitas 1492 into the broader Aviva Group, we aim to profitably enhance this sector with our syndicate stamp in the forthcoming years.

About the Position:

The Senior Underwriter role is crucial to our future success and growth objectives for Marine in general and Fine Art & Specie (FAS) specifically. This position is part of a team that writes wholesale marine business from our Boxes in Lloyd's, alongside a broader team of marine underwriters primarily operating from our London office. The primary focus of this role is to underwrite all four classes of FAS business for the Syndicate, in collaboration with the company market underwriters. We believe that this new distribution avenue will significantly enhance our market share.

Our appetite is extensive and global, encompassing Fine Art, General Specie, Jewellers Block, and Cash in Transit.

You will be responsible for ensuring that the assigned business aligns with the strategic requirements for all Marine business written and renewed, while also delivering the volume, quality, and profitability of growth opportunities to the Line of Business, enabling them to achieve their strategic targets.

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Experience in underwriting and managing syndicate fine art and specie business, including blue-chip multinational clients.
  • Demonstrated success in underwriting a portfolio for a Lloyd's syndicate, with a solid understanding of the metrics necessary to monitor such a portfolio.
  • Well-respected by major London market brokers, with the capability to cultivate and sustain relationships.
  • Results-driven with a strong desire to succeed.
  • Ability to effectively plan and prioritize tasks.

What You Will Receive:

  • Competitive salary, contingent on location, skills, experience, and qualifications.
  • Bonus potential - 12% of annual salary, with the actual amount dependent on your performance and Aviva's overall success.
  • Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, based on your contributions.
  • 29 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days.
  • Financial benefits - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, along with other retailer discounts.
  • Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares annually through our Matching Share Plan, allowing you to share in Aviva's success with our Save As You Earn scheme.
  • Supportive policies, including parental and carer's leave.
  • Flexible benefits tailored to your needs, including sustainability options such as cycle to work.
  • Opportunity to make a difference by participating in Aviva Communities, utilizing your 3 paid volunteering days to assist others.
  • Commitment to your wellbeing with extensive support and resources.

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Aviva's Commitment to Inclusion:

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences.

Feeling excited but unsure if you meet every requirement? Research indicates that women, in particular, may feel this way. Therefore, regardless of gender, we encourage you to apply. If you are in a job share, feel free to apply as a pair.

We offer flexible locations, hours, and working patterns to accommodate our customers, business needs, and your preferences. Most of our employees engage in smart working, spending approximately 50% of their time in our offices each week, balancing flexibility with collaborative time with colleagues.


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