- Undertaking detailed market analysis to ensure that our proposition is relevant and maintains a competitive edge whilst delivering positive outcomes for the insurer and customer as a commercial underwriter
- Implementing controls in order to ensure that risks are bound and claims handled in line with the binder / underwriting guidelines and that all other binder requirements are met as a Commercial Underwriter
- Implementing system updates, changes and new proposition builds as a commercial underwriter
- Participating in binder renewals and performance review meetings and occasional involvement in client meetings.
- Obtaining and keeping up to date a detailed knowledge of the company’s insurance propositions including Policy Wordings, claim types and the changing landscape in terms of claims exposures and proposition.
- At least 2 years’ experience in a commercial underwriter role.
- Strong analytical skills and good attention to detail (both written and mathematical).
- Strong communication skills, the ability to develop strong working relationships with the sales team, other colleagues, and external stake holders / insurers as a Commercial underwriter
- A strong working knowledge and ability in terms of Excel (ability to create formula and reports).
- Technical experience in general insurance, preferable liability insurance (for trades people) as a Commercial Underwriter