Risk Underwriting Specialist

5 days ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Hiscox Full time

Hiscox is a leading global insurer, renowned for its specialist insurance offerings tailored to diverse customer needs.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Risk Underwriting Specialist to join our Colchester Branch, reporting directly to the Branch Manager. As part of our Professions and Specialty Commercial business, you will play a key role in driving profitable growth and delivering exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. To be recognized as an expert underwriter within your region by brokers, consistently delivering complex cases profitably.
  2. To lead the development and execution of the local underwriting strategy for your specialist area, collaborating with senior stakeholders.
  3. To build strong relationships with brokers, leveraging expertise to drive new business opportunities and exceed team targets.
  4. To stay up-to-date on market trends, competitors, and regulatory guidelines, applying this knowledge to inform underwriting decisions.
  5. To possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering effective collaboration with colleagues and external partners.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of ACII qualification or equivalent experience, as defined by the FCA.
  • Proven track record of delivering high-quality underwriting results, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
  • Demonstrated understanding of insurance markets, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.
Compensation:

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.


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