Assistant Underwriter

Howden; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance group in London is seeking an ambitious individual to underwrite business and support growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure, ensuring integrity and professionalism in all dealings. The role offers opportunities for professional development and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Hybrid working options

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work quickly, efficiently and methodically.
• All round awareness of insurance industry aspects.
• Efficient and highly organised.

Responsibilities

• Ensure up to date records on the Company systems.
• Underwrite business as per Company requirements.
• Develop and maintain broker relationships.

Skills

Strong networking and communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Pro-active and strategic approach

Job description

Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like‑minded people driving change at Howden.

About DUAL

Working across 22 countries, DUAL has built a reputation as a specialist underwriting group
and the market of choice for insurance intermediaries around the world. That’s how
we have become one of the world’s largest international underwriting agencies (or MGAs) with US$3.2bn of GWP.

DUAL is part of Howden, an international insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. The group was founded in 1994 and now has divisions in broking and underwriting, operates in 55 territories and employs 22,000 people handling US$44.7bn of premium on behalf of clients.

Role overview

An excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to underwrite business and support growth in achieving business plans within delegated underwriting authority, as agreed within the binder agreements.

Role responsibilities

• Ensure up to date records are maintained at all times on the Company systems.
• Underwrite business in accordance with Company and Underwriter requirements.
• Interpret instructions and issues arising, implementing actions according to Company policies and procedures.
• Ensure that brokers settle their outstanding balances within the agreed credit terms.
• Exercise personal skill sets and personal knowledge for the overall benefit of the team.
• Participate and undertake applicable professional, technical and career development training (delivered internally and externally) as appropriate.
• Ensure that service levels to clients / insurance brokers is of a high standard.
• Resolve any outstanding underwriting related tasks/matters in a timely and efficient manner to enable supporting functions, including claims, finance and compliance, to fulfil their responsibilities, with minimal issues.
• Ensure all dealings are carried out with integrity and professionalism.
• Act in utmost good faith, in accordance with Company and/or Group policies and never risk the Company’s or Group’s reputation.
• Develop strong relationships with brokers.
• Deal with incoming enquiries from clients, insurers and third parties.
• Manage assigned projects and contribute to other projects, as required

Key requirements

• Ability to work quickly, efficiently and methodically.
• Strong networking and communication skills
• All round awareness of those aspects of the insurance industry that have a direct bearing on key responsibilities and accountabilities.
• Efficient and highly organised.
• Pro‑active and strategic approach to work.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing business environment.

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new
• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges
• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.