Commercial Account Underwriter

1 day ago


SouthendonSea, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom The Recruiter Ltd Full time
Job Title:

Senior Risk Management Specialist

We are seeking a Senior Risk Management Specialist to join our team at The Recruiter Ltd. As a key member of our Commercial Underwriting Team, you will be responsible for managing a team of underwriters and overseeing the renewal underwriting process.

About the Role:

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a challenging role with significant responsibility, where you can utilise your leadership and analytical skills to drive business growth and success.

You will have expertise in evaluating risk, analysing policy renewals, and maintaining broker relationships. Your strong leadership and people management skills will be crucial in guiding and developing a high-performing team.

The successful candidate will have experience in commercial underwriting, specifically property and liability, ideally in all or some of the products mentioned above.

Responsibilities:
  1. Covering business and policies within Commercial Combined, Property Owners, Retail Package, General Liability, Contractors Liability.
  2. Maintain premium income per binder in line with projections and company strategy.
  3. Developing broker relationships to become a key referral point for brokers.
  4. Identifying renewal threats and assisting handlers on renewal strategy.
  5. Ensure compliance with best practice procedures (processes and timescales).
  6. Review and update renewal template letters to brokers (invitations and document issuing).
  7. Filter referrals to insurers.
  8. A technical referral point for the renewals team.
Requirements:
  • Commercial underwriting experience is essential, specifically Property and Liability, ideally in all or some of the products mentioned above.
  • Previous experience in setting clear goals and objectives, monitoring progress, and providing regular feedback and coaching to ensure team members' growth.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex risks and make informed decisions.
  • Experience in dealing with Commercial brokers/ Insurers.
  • Ability to work in a team and on own initiative.
  • Experience in using software systems for underwriting and administration.
Salary and Benefits:

The salary for this role is estimated to be around £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package.

Please submit your CV for consideration, or contact us for further information.



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