Insurance Underwriting Assistant — Hybrid, Leeds

Markel International; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% bonus at end of FTC

Comprehensive training and support

Exposure to specialist insurance

Development opportunities

Job summary

Markel International is seeking an Underwriting Support Assistant to join the Care Renewals Team in Leeds on a 15-month FTC with hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days at home). You will learn on the job, supporting Underwriters and handling renewal files while developing exposure to specialist care, charity and not-for-profit clients.

No prior insurance experience is required; full training will be provided and there are clear development pathways within the team.

Qualifications

• We’re open-minded when it comes to background; attitude, organisation skills and willingness to learn matter most.
• Previous insurance experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support Underwriters with day-to-day administration.
• Run workflow reports and allocate tasks across the team.
• Prepare renewal files and gather key risk information.
• Coordinate property and risk surveys.
• Review survey requirements and follow up with brokers.
• Research and collate information such as CQC reports and supporting documentation.
• Manage incoming calls, messages and broker enquiries.
• Update internal systems and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and wider team initiatives.

Skills

Organisational skills

Detail oriented

Written and verbal communication

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Team player

Customer service experience

Time management

Initiative

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Markel International is seeking an Underwriting Support Assistant to join the Care Renewals Team in Leeds on a 15-month FTC with hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days at home). You will learn on the job, supporting Underwriters and handling renewal files while developing exposure to specialist care, charity and not-for-profit clients.

No prior insurance experience is required; full training will be provided and there are clear development pathways within the team.