Senior Commercial Underwriter (Highly Prestigious Insurer)

Aston Charles; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in insurance is seeking a Senior Commercial Underwriter in Birmingham to manage renewal cases and develop broker relationships. This role offers extensive training and career progression in a collaborative environment focused on employee development, including significant benefits like a 25% bonus.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Annual summer ball

Substantial pension contributions

Financial bonuses for passing CII qualifications

Qualifications

• Extensive underwriting experience in Property and/or Liability.
• Open to current Senior Underwriters or Commercial Underwriters seeking advancement.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite renewal cases and participate in ad hoc projects.
• Collaborate with Claims and Technical departments.
• Develop relationships with brokers.

Skills

Underwriting

Collaboration

Relationship Management

Job description

Senior Commercial Underwriter (Highly Prestigious Insurer) - Birmingham

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: General Insurance

Specialism: Commercial, Underwriting, Senior Appointments

Location: Birmingham, Midlands & Wales

Salary range: Generous salary plus lucrative 25% bonus & benefits

Posted: 27-Feb-25

Start Date: ASAP

Recruiter: Aston Charles

Job Ref: JH-3136SC

Job Views: 52

About the Company

This company is arguably the most exciting insurer in the market right now. We are partnering with this world-leading organisation, which is experiencing impressive growth. Operating in over 20 countries, it is renowned as a leader within its markets, arranging insurance for fascinating risks with a reputation for excellence, innovation, and customer service.

The company offers crucial financial protection to diverse customers and provides attractive career development opportunities, including mentorship for staff. Many employees consider it the best place they have ever worked, due to its heavy investment in staff careers.

Role Overview

The role is within the Renewals team, handling a variety of Social Welfare risks, offering involvement in interesting commercial insurance cases. While experience in Social Welfare/Care insurance is not essential (full training provided), extensive underwriting experience in Property and/or Liability is required.

Applications are welcomed from current Senior Underwriters or Commercial Underwriters aspiring to become Senior Underwriters.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite renewal cases
• Collaborate with Claims and Technical departments
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers and internal teams
• Prioritize renewals and mid-term adjustments to meet deadlines
• Participate in ad hoc projects and initiatives to improve processes and services

Career Development

This is not a dead-end role. The company is passionate about staff development, with opportunities to progress into areas such as General Management, Technical, Compliance, and Sales. Recent visits to their offices revealed many staff promotions and career advancements.

Work Environment & Benefits

The company offers a hybrid working model (2 days from home), a friendly and collaborative environment, and social events like an annual summer ball. Compensation includes a negotiable salary based on experience, a lucrative 25% bonus scheme, substantial pension contributions, and financial bonuses for passing CII qualifications.

Contact

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