Commercial Property Underwriter
Hybrid from either Basildon, Essex or Worthing, East Sussex
1 to 2 days in the office, 3 to 4 days from home.
Salary: £60,0000 to £70,000 p.a. basic – dependent on experience + bonus + benefits including share options and 25 days holiday.
Fantastic opportunity for experienced Commercial Property Underwriter to work for this established underwriting group. You will work hybrid from either their offices in Basildon, Essex or Worthing, East Sussex. The group is part of a global insurance group and is an approved Lloyds of London cover holder.
Duties:-
- Managing a mixed property portfolio.
- Pro-actively managing renewals.
- Managing new business quotes.
- Underwriting residential and commercial property/real estate risks within guidelines.
- Negotiate and define specific terms of insurance policies with brokers and policyholders.
- Making accurate and detailed records of underwritten policies.
- Liaising with key stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Ensuring all documentations and systems are kept up to date and provided to supporting brokers in a timely manner.
- Actively engaging with brokers to ensure the company is their first port of call on new business enquiries.
- Ensuring SLA’s are met and timely issuance of documentation.
- Reviewing applications for compliance and adherence.
- Researching background information on clients.
- Collaborate with specialists to gather relevant information and opinions.
- Weigh loss exposure and determine underwriting alternatives.
- Draw up competitive quotes.
Full funding available for any relevant professional qualifications taken and ongoing personal development.
Requirements:-
- Commercial Property Underwriting experience.
- Experience with renewals and new business.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Analytical.