Strategic Private Underwriting Specialist

18 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ardonagh Advisory Full time

We're seeking a highly skilled Strategic Private Underwriting Specialist to join our dynamic team in London. As part of Ardonagh Advisory, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering profitable growth and developing trading relationships with our panel of brokers.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for underwriting new and renewal risks under a delegated binding authority, ensuring strong financial returns for our insurer partners. You'll work closely with brokers to gather necessary information, evaluate complex data, and make informed decisions.

A key aspect of this role is to drive underwriting results, set standards for trading, and balance the unique demands of both brokers and insurers. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Underwriting and administering risks digitally and on an open market basis, always adhering to our delegated authority and underwriting guidelines.
  • SUPPORTING junior team members and providing technical guidance.
  • Demonstrating proactive follow-up of underwritten risks to maximize investment of time.
  • Collaborating with brokers to gather accurate information and provide risk evaluations.
  • Achieving personal financial targets and contributing to business targets.
  • Maintaining high-quality underwriting as demonstrated through quality monitoring.
  • Developing and maintaining strong professional relationships with stakeholders.
  • Providing expert underwriting guidance to support other team members.

In return, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, along with opportunities for career growth and professional development within Ardonagh Advisory. Our benefits package includes 26 days' holiday entitlement, pension scheme, and access to corporate perks such as discounted gym memberships and cinema tickets.



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