Operational Underwriting Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking an Operational Underwriting Assistant in Manchester. This role is perfect for individuals early in their insurance careers or those transitioning from related fields. The position offers a competitive starting salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Bonus opportunity of 6% of annual salary

Generous pension scheme with up to 14% contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts

Free Aviva shares annually through Matching Share Plan

Flexible benefits including cycle to work options

Paid volunteering days

Comprehensive wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Ideal for early-career professionals or those transitioning into underwriting.
• Experience as claims advisors, broker support, or insurance administration is advantageous.
• Recent insurance qualifications or a desire to deepen property insurance knowledge are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support underwriters with renewals and new business.
• Deliver excellent service to brokers and clients.
• Contribute to team strategy and growth.

Skills

Attention to detail

IT proficiency

Time management

Knowledge of property insurance

Relationship building

Job description

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Operational Underwriting Assistant, Manchester

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Client:

Aviva

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job Description:

Operational Underwriting Assistant

Starting Salary £25,100

Locations: Leeds or Manchester

This role is suitable for someone early in their insurance career or transitioning into underwriting from related fields. Ideal candidates have experience as claims advisors, broker support, or insurance administration, and are eager to move into underwriting. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy working with data, and thrive collaboratively, this role could be a good fit. Recent insurance qualifications or a desire to deepen your property insurance knowledge are also advantageous.

About the role:

You will join our Corporate Property team within Global Corporate and Specialty (GCS), supporting underwriters with renewals and new business, delivering excellent service to brokers and clients, and contributing to team strategy and growth. Collaboration is highly valued.

Skills and experience required:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with IT systems
• Effective time and resource management
• Knowledge of property insurance
• Ability to build positive relationships with brokers and clients

Benefits:

• Starting salary of £25,100, depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications
• Bonus opportunity of 6% of annual salary, based on performance
• Generous pension scheme with up to 14% contribution from Aviva
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares annually through our Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn schemes
• Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
• Flexible benefits, including sustainability options like cycle to work
• Paid volunteering days and participation in Aviva Communities
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and tools

Inclusivity:

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We also support flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job sharing, to suit our employees and business needs.