Commercial Underwriter

Darwin Clayton (part of the Jensten Group) are seeking a Commercial Underwriter to join our team in Tunbridge Wells.

At Darwin Clayton, we are passionate about forming long-lasting and trusted partnerships with our Brokers. We work closely with UK-leading insurers to give access to our exclusive schemes, while our growing team of specialists are dedicated to providing a personal and professional service that is second-to-none.

If successful, you will be joining a team of 5 Underwriters, sitting amongst a friendly office of 35 colleagues. You will be underwriting commercial insurance risks, negotiating rates, terms and conditions for new and existing business.

Hybrid working options are available (3 from home, 2 in the office following completion of your training period).

Key objectives & responsibilities will include:

• Deliver a compliant and excellent service to all Partner Brokers and where required clients, through all stages of their relationship with Darwin Clayton
• To demonstrate a culture of successful and winning delivery
• Seeking opportunities to expand existing business or develop new business opportunities in support of business plans and its aim “to be the complete broker”
• Work effectively as a member of your team to deliver against personal or team targets for volume, income or quality measurements
• To ensure compliance with local procedures, customer service standards and external compliance regulations, e.g. FCA

About you

As one of our Underwriters, you’ll have great attention to detail and accuracy, being able to communicate and with our Partner Brokers to deliver first class service.

You will also be or have:

• Commercial Insurance industry background - ideally including classes such as Employers Liability, Public Liability and Contractors Liability
• Experience in Delegated Authority or Schemes (preferable)
• Relevant qualifications (e.g Cert CII) or working towards (or the desire to)
• Be able to apply own judgement and experience when making decisions or giving advice to clients, including when to refer to an alternative appropriate expert
• Great customer service and communication skills with an excellent telephone manner, being able to build working relationships easily
• Attention to detail and proven ability to multi-task, updating relevant systems where necessary
• A good knowledge of Microsoft office and ideally experience of Acturis

Rewards & Benefits

When you join us,?you can expect?a supportive culture?and?an?attractive range of?rewards and benefits?which include:

• Competitive salary with an annual pay review and bonus scheme
• Hybrid working with 2 day based from the office
• 27 days annual leave (includes a day off for your birthday and another for a religious holiday of your choice) + bank holidays
• Auto enrolment into our excellent pension scheme (5% employer matched contribution)
• Flex-benefits- A range of flexible benefits to choose from, that are most important to you
• Group Life Assurance cover
• 3 months Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave all fully paid
• Professional qualification study support relevant to your role and career
• Perks at work- amazing discounts on cinema tickets, meals out, luxury items etc.
• Holiday purchase scheme- up to 5 days annually

About us

Darwin Clayton is a multi-award winning UK Insurance Broker, part of the Jensten Group; it has a reputation within the insurance industry for delivering quality products at competitive premiums. First established in London in 1920, the company was started to provide specialist insurance to clients with distinct needs. In response to the demand from brokers, the need to create a dedicated wholesale business was identified enabling Darwin Clayton Partner Brokers to be formed. Darwin Clayton Partner Brokers was established in 2016, utilising the wealth of experience of Darwin Clayton, whilst offering a fresh approach with an enthusiastic and dedicated team. Darwin Clayton was acquired by the Jensten Group in May 2023.

Launched in 2018 Jensten Group is one of the UK's largest independent broking groups. Growing organically and through strategic acquisition we now place over £400m GWP into the market via our retail insurance broking, Lloyd's and London Market broking, and specialist underwriting arms.

We fill the void in the market between a consolidator and a provincial broker. We have the scale, ambition and expertise to stand out, but the people, culture and entrepreneurial DNA to maintain our client focus. Which is why we are not just one of the leading independent broking groups, we are one of the most exciting too.

And that is why you should join us!