Underwriting Administrator

Time Appointments; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Payday lunch once a month

Long service awards and bonuses

Job summary

Time Appointments are recruiting on behalf of a leading, award-winning insurance company based in Chelmsford, seeking an Underwriting Administrator to join the busy Underwriting team. The role offers a structured path to progression and a competitive salary along with excellent career prospects.

You will provide essential administrative support, maintain accurate records, assist with underwriting processes, and contribute to the smooth operation of the department.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or support role within a professional, regulated industry.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident, professional manner when communicating with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders.
• Proactive and resourceful, with the ability to use initiative and work independently when required.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering a high standard of work.
• Customer-focused approach, with an understanding of confidentiality, compliance and following established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient administrative support to the busy Underwriting team.
• Manage general administrative activities and maintain accurate records.
• Support day-to-day underwriting processes and assist the team with wider business requirements.

Skills

Administrative experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Professional manner

Independence/initiative

Work ethic

Confidentiality/compliance

Job description

Time Appointments are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading, award-winning insurance company based in Chelmsford, who are looking to appoint a professional Underwriting Administrator to join their busy Underwriting team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for an award-winning business, who reward their employees with a competitive salary and excellent career prospects.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience in an administrative or support role within a professional, regulated industry
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accuracy when handling documentation and processing information
• Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A confident, professional manner when communicating with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders
• A proactive and resourceful approach, with the ability to use initiative and work independently when required
• A strong work ethic and commitment to delivering a high standard of work
• A customer-focused approach, with an understanding of the importance of confidentiality, compliance and following established procedures

The successful candidate will provide efficient administrative support to the busy Underwriting team, helping to ensure the smooth and effective running of the department. Responsibilities will include managing general administrative activities, maintaining accurate records, supporting day-to-day underwriting processes and assisting the team with wider business requirements.

As well as the opportunity to progress within the business, in return for your hard work and commitment you will be rewarded with:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Payday lunch once a month
• Long service awards and bonuses