Senior Aviation Underwriter

HDI; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in London is seeking an Underwriter for Aviation accounts to develop a profitable book of business. The role involves underwriting, broker liaison, and identifying growth opportunities within the aviation market. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of aviation markets and established relationships with brokers. This position offers competitive compensation and supports an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation underwriting is essential.
• Strong analytical skills to identify and calculate risk trends.
• Experience working with London Market brokers.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and service profitable aviation business.
• Develop relationships with brokers for business growth.
• Identify new business opportunities supported by analytics.
• Monitor risk aggregates and update underwriting criteria.

Skills

In-depth working knowledge of aviation markets

Strong technical understanding of classes

Intermediate MS Office skills

Strong established business relationships with brokers

Proven track record in a similar role

Job description

About us:

HDI is a Corporate & Specialty Insurer part of the Talanx Group. With over 120 years of experience, HDI operates across five continents, around 40 countries and employs over 5,000 people worldwide.

The role:

Develop a profitable book of business in-line with HDI’s strategy by:

• Underwriting the Hull War account as well as assisting with the General Aviation and Deductible accounts as required. Underwrite in accordance with the guidelines and business plan
• Externally promote HDI to broking houses, creating a network of supporting brokers providing clients opportunities within appetite and also respond and develop new opportunities as they are presented
• Contributing to the strategic direction of the accounts – working with the Head of Aviation & Space

Key accountabilities:

• Underwrite, review, peer-review, process, and service, profitable renewal and prospect business for the aviation accounts in line with the jobholder’s Underwriting Authority, the business plan, and all HDI underwriting rules and guidelines.
• Responsible for liaison and servicing of Aviation business.
• Broker liaison - develop strong, long-term relationships with London Market brokers and our mutual clients to profitably grow a book of business and provide excellent customer service.
• Identify new business opportunities and growth areas for class - supported by analytics as appropriate.
• Monitoring of Aggregates.
• Identify and calculate risk trends and suggest modifications to the underwriting criteria and determine premium levels as appropriate.
• Work with the Head of Aviation & Space to contribute to the business plan, establish appetite parameters, underwriting guidelines, pricing tools and market strategy.
• Represent HDI at client meetings and insurance conferences.
• Participate in special underwriting projects as needed.
• Nurture a culture of strong collaboration with HDI Group colleagues around the world.
• Communicate risk appetite and value proposition to London Market brokers.
• Provide technical underwriting expertise / guidance to less experienced underwriting staff on the coverage, risk selection, and market.

Skills & experience:

• First hand, in-depth working knowledge of aviation markets.
• Strong technical understanding of classes.
• Intermediate MS Office skills – Outlook, Excel, Word, &; PowerPoint.
• Extensive and varied practical experience of classes.
• Demonstrable knowledge of aviation business and coverage design.
• Strong established business relationships with London market brokers.
• Have prior experience of/a proven track record in a similar role.

Other:

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, recognising that a diverse and inclusive workplace is a creative and prosperous one.

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