We are delighted to be assisting an established MGA as they look to grow their team with the addition of an experienced Commercial Underwriter to deal with renewals on behalf of a large panel of brokers across the UK.
As a forward thinking business, they are happy to consider people across the UK who are looking to work from home, and able to report into a Leeds based office once a month for a team meeting. Following an exciting change in the business, there will be scope to progress into BDM, Regional Underwriter or leadership roles in the future.
Key Duties:
- Underwriting and placement of Property, Casualty & Combined risks in line with a selection of schemes and binders
- Supporting a network of 375 brokers, which is continually growing
- Managing own renewal list and ensuring a high level of service is provided
- Working with premiums anywhere from £500 to £50,000, averaging around £5,000
- Adhering to Underwriting authorities and taking relevant insurer facilitated training to increase this
- Being proactive, and ensuring a quality service is provided to brokers
- Using and coaching brokers on a bespoke processing system
Key Skills:
- At least 2 years Commercial Underwriting experience is required for this role
- Commercial Underwriting experience is essential, preferably within an MGA, Insurer or Wholesale Broker
- An understanding of Binders and Schemes is desirable
- Ability to get on with brokers and lean on past relationships will be advantageous
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage the expectations of brokers along the way
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to professionally challenge decisions
- Experience with Property, Liability & Combined risks is essential
- A desire to progress and develop would be welcomed as there is scope for senior and leadership roles as the business grows
On offer is a basic salary up to £42k (negotiable), along with 25 days holiday, bonus, pension, private medical, support for professional qualifications, genuine career progression, free on-site parking, and the option to work from home on a full time basis. YOU MUST BE BASED AROUND YORKSHIRE TO BE CONSIDERED.
Please do get in touch with Daniel at Bell & Co Recruitment to discuss this opportunity further.