Underwriting Assistant

Job Title: Underwriting AssistantJob Type: PermanentSalary: £25,000 to £30,000 p.a.Location: LondonKeywords: Insurance, Underwriting, Administrative Support, Technical Performance, Customer FocusOur client, a leading and diversified specialty insurance and reinsurance company, is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to join their team in London. This role offers a salary range of £25,000 to £30,000. The successful candidate will provide efficient and effective technical and administrative support to the underwriting team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a challenging environment where achievement is rewarded.* Leading specialty insurance and reinsurance company* Efficient and effective technical and administrative support role* Exciting career development opportunitiesWhat you'll do:As an Underwriting Assistant, you will play a crucial role in contributing to the operational plans of the team. Your excellent organisational skills will be utilised as you effectively support the underwriting function, ensuring compliance with processes and procedures. Your attention to detail will be essential in capturing accurate underwriting data on systems, preparing documents for record keeping, conducting research, preparing reports, and providing general administrative support.* Contribute to the preparation and implementation of operational team plans* Provide effective support to the underwriting function while adhering to agreed processes and procedures* Maintain compliance at all times* Record and measure insurance risks to ensure accuracy and adherence to relevant performance standards* Respond professionally to internal and external stakeholder requests* Develop relationships with key stakeholders including customers, brokers, business partners and colleagues* Ensure accurate underwriting data is captured on systems* Prepare documents for record keeping* Conduct research and prepare reports to support the business planning process* Support the underwriting function through general administrationWhat you bring:* Experience of working in an insurance environment with a basic understanding of underwriting* Experience of working in a client service environment* Completion of Lloyds & London Market test (where relevant)* Good interpersonal and communication skills* Proficiency in MS Office applications e.g. Excel and other departmental software packages* Ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines* Effective planning skills* Customer orientation* Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment* Good attention to detailWhat sets this company apart:Our client is a leading, diversified specialty insurance and reinsurance company that responds thoughtfully and creatively to find the best outcomes for their clients and business partners through carefully tailored solutions. They believe the way they work is just as important as the work they do, and they are guided by their core values of respect, honesty, trust and professionalism. They offer an exciting and challenging environment where achievement is rewarded. They know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce is good for their people, good for their business and good for the environments in which they operate. They therefore welcome applications from people which allows them to draw on diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences.What's next:Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now!Apply today by clicking on the link!

We are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require accommodations because of disability or health condition, please email: gscemeaedi @ robertwalters.com. This position is being sourced through our Outsourcing service line.