Technical Underwriting Associate

TN United Kingdom; Worthing; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Technical Underwriting Associate to join their DUA Hub in Worthing. This role involves supporting service standards, managing delegated authority relationships, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Ideal for candidates with strong analytical skills and experience in underwriting.

Benefits

Bonus opportunity: 8% of annual salary

Generous pension scheme: up to 14% contribution

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discounts on Aviva products

Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares annually

Flexible benefits including sustainability options

Paid volunteering days

Wellbeing support and tools

Qualifications

• Experience in Delegated Underwriting, Change, or Operational Effectiveness roles.
• Proficiency in reporting and delivering timely information.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and developing service standards for the DUA Hub.
• Ensuring effective onboarding and control of delegated underwriting authority.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Team Coordination

Tools

Risk Management Software

Job description

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Technical Underwriting Associate, Worthing

Client: Aviva

Location: Worthing, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 9eece4e5e89d

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

Delegated Authority Governance Associate

Starting salary: £35,000

Locations: Norwich, London, or Worthing

We are looking for a Delegated Authority Governance Associate to join our newly created team in our DUA Hub, which is a key growth area within our business. This role is ideal for someone with previous experience and strong analytical skills, eager to advance their career in the UK's leading Insurance, Wealth, and Retirement business.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting, implementing, and developing service standards for the DUA Hub
• Ensuring effective onboarding and control of delegated underwriting authority relationships
• Maintaining high-quality processes and risk management
• Supporting the Underwriting Community and Scheme Owners
• Producing content, assisting with reporting, managing risk events, and providing management insights

Skills and experience required:

• Experience in Delegated Underwriting, Change, Commercial, or Operational Effectiveness roles
• Proficiency in reporting and delivering relevant, timely information
• Experience with outsourcing and risk management software (beneficial)
• Proven ability to ensure regulatory compliance
• Strong stakeholder management and team coordination skills

What we offer:

• Starting salary: £35,000 (dependent on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
• Bonus opportunity: 8% of annual salary based on performance
• Generous pension scheme: up to 14% contribution from Aviva
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Discounts on Aviva products and other retailers
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares annually, plus share schemes
• Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
• Flexible benefits including sustainability options like cycle to work
• Paid volunteering days and community involvement
• Wellbeing support and tools

Inclusivity:

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. We consider flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job shares, and promote a flexible approach to location and hours.