Assistant Underwriter - Marine & Cargo

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans le secteur de l'assurance à Londres recherche un Assistant Underwriter pour gérer des soumissions sous les lignes maritimes et de fret. Le candidat idéal travaillera en étroite collaboration avec des courtiers et des équipes internes pour garantir que les documents de souscription sont traités rapidement et efficacement. Une expérience antérieure en assurance et des compétences organisationnelles sont requises pour ce rôle dynamique, inclusif de conditions de travail prometteuses.

Qualifications

• Expérience en assurance de 2 ans ou plus dans un rôle similaire.
• Compétences en communication et relations interpersonnelles fortes.
• Capacité à travailler sous pression avec une attention aux détails.

Responsibilities

• Réviser les soumissions, rechercher des comptes, et analyser les prix selon les directives d'assurance.
• Assurer le traitement précis des contrats et des informations sur les primes.
• Développer des relations avec le marché et représenter la société lors de réunions.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Collaboration

Précision

Compétences quantitatives

Education

Préparation à une qualification d'assurance professionnelle (Cert CII ou équivalent)

Tools

MS Office

Genius

Openbox

Job description

Assistant Underwriter - Marine & Cargo, London

Client:

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

2234099e7c1d

Job Views:

5

Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Perform underwriting submission review, account research, pricing analysis, review of terms and conditions, sanctions screening, clash checking, assessment of exposures, and completion of pricing tools and underwriting notes, all in accordance with underwriting guidelines and in conjunction with underwriters.
• Perform underwriting referrals with underwriters following account analysis, including thorough reviews of underwriting submissions, including underlying or follow-form policies according to underwriting guidelines.
• Monitor relevant electronic placing systems and liaise with underwriters to manage required actions for slips, endorsements, and supporting information.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of policy and endorsement bookings onto the underwriting systems.
• Maintain underwriting files in an orderly and consistent manner, including filing and scanning of underwriting documents and correspondence as required.
• Provide assistance to underwriters during the underwriting process, including liaison with Brokers.
• Enter relevant data and maintain records in underwriting systems, business logs, and other tools as required.
• Liaise regularly with internal departments including Operations, DUA, Finance, Legal, and Compliance Teams.
• Coordinate with the CAT modelling team regarding new and renewal account modelling and portfolio queries, in accordance with underwriting guidelines.
• Stay updated on current affairs and market developments through research and team discussions.
• Develop market relationships, represent, and promote Allied World, including attending client/broker meetings and market forums.
• Communicate with brokers regarding overdue premiums, risk or premium bordereaux, and outstanding underwriting information.
• Support Marine department underwriters by producing regular Management Information and bespoke reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be highly articulate with good communication and interpersonal skills for liaison with clients, brokers, and internal teams, and to build strong working relationships.
• Willing to study for a professional insurance qualification, such as Cert CII (or equivalent).
• Proficient in MS Office applications; advanced skills in underwriting systems like Genius and Openbox are advantageous.
• Methodical with strong organizational skills; capable of meeting tight deadlines and managing conflicting priorities.
• Attention to detail and strong quantitative skills.
• Team player with a collaborative outlook.
• Willing to work outside normal office hours as required.
• Ideally with 2+ years of insurance experience in a similar role.

Job ID: 2500001N

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Created on 29/06/2025 by TN, United Kingdom