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SME Property & Liability Underwriter

Lawes Consulting Group
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Existing Business Underwriter offers a salary range of £40,000 to £45,000 and is based in Manchester.
  • This remote role requires candidates to have a minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial underwriting, specifically with existing business accounts.
  • Key responsibilities include evaluating and underwriting commercial risks, managing workflows, and maintaining broker relationships.
  • The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to resolving underwriting issues.
  • While progression towards CII qualifications is preferred, it is not essential for applicants.

Job title: Existing Business underwriter

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

Location: Manchester

JOB DESCRIPTION

We're working closely with a leading insurance company to help them identify an experienced Existing Business Underwriter to join their team. This is a remote position, allowing for flexible work hours. The successful candidate will be responsible for underwriting existing commercial accounts, ensuring adherence to company guidelines and providing superior customer service to brokers throughout Manchester.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Evaluate and underwrite existing commercial risks within company guidelines
  • Review and analyse policy renewals and endorsements
  • Manage underwriting workflow and ensure timely processing of accounts
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve underwriting issues and provide excellent customer service
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of insurance regulations and underwriting guidelines
  • Assist in special projects and initiatives as needed
  • Nurture and maintain broker relationships. 
  • Visit when required. 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Progression towards CII qualifications would be preferred but not essential.

EXPERIENCE

  • 3+ years of experience in commercial underwriting, with a focus on existing business accounts
  • Proficiency in underwriting operations and commercial lines underwriting
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to work independently and remotely, demonstrating strong time management and organisational skills

DAY-TO-DAY

  • Review and assess existing commercial accounts
  • Collaborate with the team to resolve underwriting issues
  • Communicate with brokers and insureds to provide underwriting guidance and support
  • Analyse policy renewals and make underwriting decisions
  • Stay updated on industry trends and underwriting guidelines

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07441 922 901 or email us at  

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.