Motor Trade Development Underwriter

Lawes Insurance Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Birmingham seeks a Motor Trade Development Underwriter to join their team. This role involves analyzing and underwriting motor trade insurance, negotiating complex deals, and building relationships with brokers. Ideal candidates will possess strong underwriting knowledge and effective analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of underwriting principles focused on motor trade.
• Proven track record of building relationships with brokers.
• Experience in negotiating coverage and pricing.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to branch plans for product and revenue lead.
• Negotiate coverage, terms, and pricing for insurance.
• Underwrite large or complex risks and maintain broker relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Tools

Underwriting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Birmingham – Hybrid working

PURPOSE OF ROLE

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Motor Trade Development Underwriter to join our clients’ team. As a Motor Trade Development Underwriter, you will play a key role in analysing, evaluating, and underwriting motor trade and motor fleet insurance business, while ensuring compliance with company guidelines and industry regulations. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serving as an integral member of the Motor Trade team, you will contribute to the development and execution of branch plans for the product and revenue lead.
• You will represent the business in presenting proposals for larger MM and MC risks, leveraging industry knowledge and technical underwriting expertise, tailored to the scale and complexity of each case.
• Negotiate coverage, terms, and pricing that distinguish the company in addressing customer needs
• Underwrite profitable new business in line with established underwriting controls and practices, while acting as a referral point within the branch for New Business and, when needed, renewals
• Underwrite large or complex risks within your designated authority. Build and maintain strong underwriting relationships with key brokers to drive profitable growth.
• Serve as a referral point for Underwriters, providing guidance, coaching, and training to enhance the team’s technical expertise and trading skills.
• Follow underwriting guidelines and hold regular reviews with the Branch Underwriting Manager.

EXPERIENCE

• Strong knowledge of underwriting principles and practices, with a focus on motor trade and motor fleet
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities
• Proven track record of building and maintaining productive relationships with brokers and agents
• Proficiency in utilising underwriting software and Microsoft Office suite

DAY-TO-DAY

• Review motor trade and fleet insurance proposals
• Communicate with brokers to gather information and discuss decisions
• Work with internal teams for smooth policy processing
• Monitor industry trends to adjust strategies
• Engage in training to improve underwriting skills

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07458162842 or email us at [e-mail]

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