Commercial Underwriter

NFU Mutual

York

Hybrid

GBP 40,500 - 49,500

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus (up to 10% of salary)

Contributory pension scheme, up to 20%

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Family Friendly policy

Employee discounts

Health and wellbeing plan

Life Assurance cover of 4 x salary

Job summary

A leading general insurance company in York is seeking a Commercial Underwriter to manage complex cases and work closely with Agents. The role offers opportunities for career progression, ongoing training, and a commitment to a diverse workplace. The salary can go up to £45,000, with added benefits like a contributory pension scheme and annual bonus.

Qualifications

Experience working within a regulated environment.
Policy document review experience is necessary.
Experience in complex cases within the insurance sector.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the existing Estate book within Commercial Underwriting.
Build relationships with Agents to resolve complex referrals.
Ensure effective management of insurance risk costs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Ability to make rational decisions

Complex and Technical Underwriting experience

Job description

Overview

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Hybrid 80% homeworking available and 20% from our office in York.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a diligent General Insurance professional to join our Mid Corporate and Estates team. The Mid Corporate team handles Commercial, Farm and Motor Trade policies over £35k and all Estate policies for renewals and mid-term adjustments. As part of the Commercial Underwriting department, we typically deal with the larger, more complex renewals, alongside managing the entire existing Estate book. We believe that commercial business presents our biggest growth opportunity over the longer term and this is an opportunity to be an integral part of that growth.

We operate with a tied agency network. Our NFU Mutual agencies are the vital day-to-day link with our customers and, as an Underwriter, you\'ll build strong relationships and work collaboratively with our Agents, resolving complex referrals and ensuring effective management of the insurance risk cost whilst delivering the right solution and service for our members.

We provide a comprehensive induction to the role and, to ensure you get the most out of this, you will need to be able to commit to being in the office more frequently for the first 6 months. Following your induction, you will receive ongoing training which will support your career progression and personal growth.

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday with shifts between 8am and 6pm.

About you

You’ll be a Commercial Underwriting professional with varied experience of complex and technical cases within a regulated environment, including working within Authority.

You’ll be a resilient individual with effective communication skills to establish strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the business, with the ability and confidence to challenge and influence where necessary.

To join our team, you’ll also have:

A customer-focused mind, with strong attention to detail.
The confidence to work in a regulated environment.
The ability to make rational and logical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Policy document review experience.
Complex and Technical Commercial Underwriting experience in the insurance industry.

At NFU Mutual, we support an inclusive workplace and value all differences. We recognise that some candidates may experience barriers during the recruitment process and encourage discussions about adjustments or accommodations needed throughout our recruitment process.

We\'re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Benefits and rewards

Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
Annual bonus (up to 10% of salary)
Contributory pension scheme, up to 20%
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Family Friendly policy
Employee discounts and various voluntary benefits
£20 contribution to a monthly gym membership (subject to terms)
Health and wellbeing plan
Life Assurance cover of 4 x salary

Working at NFU Mutual: NFU Mutual is a leading general insurance and financial services company with a long-standing commitment to customers and colleagues.

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