Reinsurance Underwriting Assistant

AXIS Capital; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global provider of specialty lines insurance is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to support the Casualty team and other underwriting functions. This role includes tasks such as data entry, document preparation, and strong relationship management. Candidates should understand reinsurance principles, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The position requires presence in the office at least three days a week to facilitate collaboration. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Medical plans for employees and families

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid annual leave

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Understanding of reinsurance principles and treaty structures.
• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills, understanding of statistics and interest in numerical data.
• Ability to manage priorities and work under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills for maintaining internal and external relationships.

Responsibilities

• Accurately input premium, conditions, endorsements, and renewal data into systems.
• Assist underwriters in managing their portfolios.
• Compare treaty wordings and validate wording changes.
• Maintain and organize underwriting filing systems.
• Participate in internal and broker/client meetings.

Skills

Understanding of reinsurance principles and treaty structures

Proficient verbal and written English communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Ability to manage priorities and work under pressure

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma; university degree or industry-related certification e.g. CII

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

How does this role contribute to our collective success?

The Underwriting Assistant provides essential support primary to the Casualty team and other underwriting teams depending on the business need, facilitating both renewal and new business activities. This role works in close collaboration with underwriters, providing essential support throughout the entire underwriting process. The Underwriting Assistant is actively involved in preparing, reviewing, and processing submissions, ensuring data accuracy, and maintaining system integrity. By being embedded in the workflow, the UA contributes directly to underwriting outcomes and helps streamline operations, enabling underwriters to focus on strategic decision-making and client engagement. This position is integral to maintaining data accuracy, operational efficiency, and client service excellence.

What will you do in this role?

Submission & Data Entry

Accurately and promptly input premium, conditions, endorsements, quotes, and renewal data into relevant systems. Administer submission documentation and support underwriters throughout the process. Perform quality control to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Portfolio Support

Assist underwriters in managing their portfolios, including tracking performance and renewal activities. Prepare underwriting worksheets.

Document Preparation

Compare treaty wordings and endorsement language, validate wording changes. Prepare final documents for signature and distribution.

File Management

Maintain and organize underwriting filing systems, ensuring completeness and accessibility of records.

Meeting Participation and preparation

Take part in internal (referral, cross functional teams) and broker/client meetings to support underwriting discussions. Documentation preparation (meeting notes/conference briefing notes).

Operational Support

Assist with month-end close procedures, support auditors with required documentation and evidence for system entries, participate in team projects.

You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities, and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.

About You

We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table. While there are some qualifications and experiences we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.

What you need to have

• Understanding of reinsurance principles and treaty structures
• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills, understanding of statistics and interest in numerical data.
• Ability to manage priorities and work under pressure.
• Capability to work independently and as a strong team player.
• Strong interpersonal skills for maintaining internal and external relationships.
• Accurate, diligent, and flexible working style
• Proficiency in MS Office and general IT aptitude.
• Motivated to enhance skills, reinsurance expertise and contribute to process improvements.
• Negotiation skills are an advantage.

What we prefer you to have

• High school diploma; university degree or industry-related certification e.g. CII is advantageous.
• At least two years of experience in the reinsurance industry.

Role Factors

To foster effective collaboration with underwriters and the broader team, the Underwriting Assistant is expected to be in the office at least three days per week. This presence supports real-time communication, efficient workflow integration, and active participation in underwriting activities.

What we offer

You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.