Associate Underwriting Assurance Analyst – 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Jobtailor; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a data-driven BI Analyst to contribute to the Underwriting Performance Monitoring Suite. You will create and maintain underwriting reports, build data models, and publish BAU MI reports to support decision-making.

You'll work with Power BI, Databricks, SAS, and SQL, translate business requirements, and ensure accuracy and compliance with best practices. A numerical degree and strong analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 degree in a numerical undergraduate discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Actuarial Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong numerical, mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Excel and SQL
• Experience with data visualisation tools such as Power BI
• Experience in data modelling, analysis, and reporting
• Ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings effectively
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience with analytical programming languages and packages such as Databricks, SAS, and SQL
• Understanding of data analysis principles
• Knowledge of personal lines general insurance preferred
• Strong commercial acumen
• Knowledge of DAX and Power Query (M) desirable
• Good time management and organisation
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, organised, proactive, flexible, and positive approach

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Underwriting Performance Monitoring Suite of MI reports
• Create new Underwriting reports and enhance existing reporting functionality
• Produce and publish BAU reports according to an agreed refresh schedule
• Produce ad-hoc performance monitoring analysis to address business challenges and identify issues or opportunities
• Create and maintain reporting and underlying data models using Power BI, Databricks, SAS, and SQL
• Capture reporting requirements from business stakeholders across the team and wider business
• Maintain MI best practice, including change control processes, coding standards, and documentation
• Ensure Underwriting Management Information is accurate and supports business decision-making
• Comply with the Group Code of Conduct, Fitness and Propriety policies, company policies, values, guidelines, standards, and regulations
• Proactively research and learn about new tools, techniques, and data sources under the guidance of the Underwriting MI Manager

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Mathematics

Statistics

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

2:1 degree in a numerical discipline

Tools

Power BI

Databricks

SAS

SQL

Excel

DAX

Power Query

Job description

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Underwriting Performance Monitoring Suite of MI reports
• Create new Underwriting reports and enhance existing reporting functionality
• Produce and publish BAU reports according to an agreed refresh schedule
• Produce ad-hoc performance monitoring analysis to address business challenges and identify issues or opportunities
• Create and maintain reporting and underlying data models using Power BI, Databricks, SAS, and SQL
• Capture reporting requirements from business stakeholders across the team and wider business
• Maintain MI best practice, including change control processes, coding standards, and documentation
• Ensure Underwriting Management Information is accurate and supports business decision-making
• Comply with the Group Code of Conduct, Fitness and Propriety policies, company policies, values, guidelines, standards, and regulations
• Proactively research and learn about new tools, techniques, and data sources under the guidance of the Underwriting MI Manager

Requirements

• Minimum 2:1 degree in a numerical undergraduate discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Actuarial Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong numerical, mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Excel and SQL
• Experience with data visualisation tools such as Power BI
• Experience in data modelling, analysis, and reporting
• Ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings effectively
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience with analytical programming languages and packages such as Databricks, SAS, and SQL
• Understanding of data analysis principles
• Knowledge of personal lines general insurance preferred
• Strong commercial acumen
• Knowledge of DAX and Power Query (M) desirable
• Good time management and organisation
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, organised, proactive, flexible, and positive approach

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in data analysis, reporting, and visualization using tools such as Power BI and SQL, while ensuring accuracy and compliance with best practices. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for interpreting complex data and supporting business decision-making.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Power BI
• SQL
• Data Modelling
• Analytical Programming
• Numerical Analysis

Hard Skills

• Data Analysis
• Reporting
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Excel
• SAS
• Databricks
• DAX
• Power Query
• Problem-Solving

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Self-Motivation

Industry Keywords

• Underwriting
• General Insurance
• Management Information
• Business Intelligence
• Data Visualization

Tools & Technologies

• Power BI
• Databricks
• SAS
• SQL
• Excel