Underwriting Assistant

Gallagher; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, people-first culture

Global reach with local impact

Job summary

Gallagher in Bournemouth is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to join our growing team. You will work alongside experienced colleagues to support the underwriting process, learn industry practices, and help deliver high-quality service to Real Estate clients.

If you are eager to learn, organized, and capable of handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, this role offers professional development and a chance to build a rewarding career in insurance with a trusted global firm.

Qualifications

• Experience in the insurance sector is advantageous but not required.
• Strong customer focus with the ability to handle client information appropriately.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive and results-oriented approach; willing to support colleagues and contribute to team success.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to build positive relationships with clients and insurers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and open to AI-enabled tools such as Copilot.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Real Estate Underwriters to deliver exceptional service to clients.
• Assist Underwriters with administrative and underwriting tasks, checks, and documentation for new and renewal business.
• Support risk assessments and quotation preparation to develop technical underwriting knowledge.
• Handle policy administration and day-to-day customer inquiries to ensure smooth service delivery.

Skills

Customer focus

Organisational skills

Communication & interpersonal skills

Analytical/problem-solving

MS Office & AI tools

Tools

Microsoft Office

AI-enabled tools

Job description

Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client‑centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips.Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve.If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.

Overview

We are looking to recruit an Underwriting Assistant to join our growing team in our Bournemouth office.

Our team is collaborative, supportive, and committed to delivering excellent service. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will have the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge, gain valuable industry experience, and play an integral role in supporting the underwriting process.

We are seeking someone who is eager to learn, takes pride in delivering high-quality work, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. In return, you'll be supported in your professional development and encouraged to build a rewarding career within the insurance industry.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow, develop your skills, and be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and personal development, we'd love to hear from you!

How you'll make an impact

• Collaborative Partnership: Work closely with our Real Estate Underwriters to support the delivery of exceptional service to our Real Estate clients. You'll manage multiple priorities and deadlines while helping the team maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and service excellence.
• Underwriting Support: Assist Underwriters with a range of administrative and underwriting tasks, including carrying out necessary checks, updating internal systems, and issuing documentation for both new and renewal business. Accuracy and attention to detail will be essential to ensure compliance with delegated authority requirements.
• Risk Assessment & Quotation Support: Support the underwriting process by gathering information on client requirements, assisting with risk assessments, and preparing quotations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical underwriting knowledge and understanding of risk management principles.
• Policy Administration & Customer Service: Handle day-to-day queries, confirm coverage with insurers, process policy documentation, and follow up on outstanding information where required. You'll play an important role in ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery.

About you

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised, and keen to learn. The ideal candidate will demonstrate many of the following skills and attributes:

• Previous experience within the insurance sector would be advantageous; however, we also welcome applications from individuals with transferable skills from related industries who are looking to build a long-term career in insurance.
• A strong customer focus, with the ability to handle customer information appropriately and always strive to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work to deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach, demonstrating initiative and a willingness to support colleagues and contribute to team success.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, insurers, and clients.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to process information carefully and make informed decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and open to embracing digital and AI-enabled tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, to enhance productivity and ways of working.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

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Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself.For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well‑being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people‑first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace.If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join ourTalent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)