Motor Technical Underwriter

esure Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Motor Underwriter to join their dynamic Underwriting team. This role combines technical underwriting expertise with support for IT and system enhancement projects, making it ideal for a motivated individual eager to drive innovation in the insurance sector. You'll assess motor insurance risks, ensure compliance, and collaborate on digital initiatives to enhance customer experiences. With a commitment to digital transformation and customer satisfaction, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking company while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on skills and experience

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus 8 flexible days

Company-funded private medical insurance

Discounts on insurance products

Career development opportunities

Volunteering days

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong underwriting skills and basic Java development knowledge required.
• Experience in developing policy wordings using code is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess motor insurance risks and set terms for coverage.
• Collaborate on digital initiatives and maintain compliance with regulations.

Skills

Underwriting Skills

Java Development Knowledge

Risk Pricing Understanding

Machine Learning

HTML/CSS

ReactJS

NodeJS

Job description

Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance?

Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good!

We’ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas’ Wheels brands. With a bold commitment to digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do. Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we’re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers' ever-changing needs today and in the future.

Company Description

We are a leading insurance provider committed to innovation and customer satisfaction. Our focus is on digital transformation and delivering value through technology and data insights.

Job Description

We currently have an opening for a Technical Motor Underwriter to join our Underwriting team.

We are looking for a motivated individual with strong underwriting skills and basic Java development knowledge. The role involves assessing motor insurance risks, setting terms, and collaborating on digital initiatives. This position is ideal for someone eager to combine technical underwriting expertise with support for IT and system enhancement projects in a growing team.

What you’ll do:

• Design and build secure and tested customer documentation for esure’s customers.
• Ensure appropriate coverage is provided to customers while mitigating volatility and potential unknown risks.
• Maintain core motor products in compliance with legislation and regulations.
• Report on value-for-money metrics across all products.
• Utilize company, industry, regulatory, and technical knowledge to drive profit, efficiency, and customer outcomes, enhancing esure’s competitive edge.
• Work on underwriting, product, and pricing projects through to completion, collaborating with other departments as needed.
• Maintain motor product files, ensuring updates are routine, mappings are appropriate, and outcomes meet strategic goals.

Qualifications

We’d love you to bring:

• Experience in developing policy wordings using code.
• Coding experience with HTML, CSS, ReactJS, NodeJS, or equivalent.
• A results-driven attitude with energy to deliver.
• Willingness to learn new data-led processes.
• Understanding of risk pricing and modelling techniques and software.
• Knowledge of key motor insurance risk drivers.
• Experience with underwriting and trading using current technologies, including machine learning and optimization.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 flexible days, with options to buy or sell additional leave.
• Flexible benefits platform supporting health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and financial needs.
• Company-funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues.
• Discounts on insurance products—50% off for yourself and spouse/partner, 10% off for immediate family.
• Career development through training, mentoring, academies, and career conversations.
• Volunteering days to support local communities.
• Access to internal networks and communities for connection and learning.
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid approach.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered. We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and enable us to better serve our customers and community. Our inclusion efforts span hiring, professional growth, and support for all employees.

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