We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Underwriter to join our team. This is a critical position contributing to the growth and profit of our Financial Lines division by underwriting new and renewal business across the corporate financial lines portfolio.
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Financial Lines Underwriter
This role requires you to develop and maintain relationships with existing and new brokers, ensure visibility of our company in the market, assist management with reporting and work to carry out agreed strategies.
* Underwrite new and renewal business in accordance with underwriting guidelines, relevant underwriting authority and our principles
* Develop a pipeline of new business and manage existing relationships to maximize value
* Identify target accounts, and monitor progress against budget by utilising appropriate reports and tools
* Maintain accurate files, registers and records to contribute to management reporting and timely service and policy issuance
* Assist in the implementation of business plans in accordance with Financial Lines and company direction
* Assist in training and mentoring of junior underwriters to increase their product knowledge, to help them gain underwriting authority
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* A deep understanding of D&O, EPL, and crime insurance underwriting
* An awareness of key business drivers in the financial lines space
* Excellent client-orientated skills with the ability to build and maintain successful relationships
* Relevant experience in the insurance industry, preferably in underwriting or a related field
* A proven track-record in underwriting financial lines insurance products
* Experience within a commercial insurance/finance/legal environment, including exposure to clients and/or intermediaries
* Awareness of developments and trends in the commercial sector having insurance implications
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security
In addition, we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.
Functional Area: Underwriting