Underwriting & Assurance Analyst, Haywards Heath
Client:
First Central Services UK Ltd
Location:
Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Description:
We’re First Central Insurance & Technology Group (First Central for short), an innovative, market-leading insurance company. We protect the things customers love so they can get on with what matters to them in life.
Data drives us. It fuels our outstanding distribution, finance, technology and legal services. Our underwriting skills are built on data expertise; it creates the insights we need to give the right cover to the right customers at the right price. But, it’s the people inside and outside our business that power us. They make us stand out, help us succeed. We’re ambitious. We’re growing. We’ve won awards.
Are you a talented logical and analytical problem solver? Are you an experienced or passionate coder? If so, we need you!
We’re looking for an Underwriting & Assurance Analyst to join us in our Haywards Heath, West Sussex office.
Our Underwriting & Assurance Team are tasked with using analytics and insight to drive the ongoing optimization of the FCG underwriting footprint, and the monitoring of underwriting and pricing performance, to support the delivery of profit and volume targets for the business.
In this role you’ll contribute to and support various projects pertaining to these areas, produce analysis to support the team’s wider objectives, and proactively seek ways to improve existing processes in the Pricing & Underwriting Department.
Core skills we’re looking for to succeed in the role:
* A strong numerical background with a logical and analytical approach to solving problems
* Coding skills in packages such as SAS, SQL, Python, Databricks
* Prior experience gained in similar analytical role
* Ability to clearly communicate with a range of stakeholders
* Good time management and organisational skills
Nice to have skills, but optional:
* Experience with building predictive models, using tools such as Emblem, Radar or Python
* Knowledge of personal lines insurance gained from a role within the industry
What’s Involved:
* Use analytical and statistical techniques/models to support the iterative optimisation of the Underwriting Footprint
* Support the development and maintenance of analytical tools, reporting suites, and appropriate feedback/action loops, to enable the efficient and accurate operation of Underwriting Performance Monitoring and Assurance activities in respect of profitability and volume.
* Support the ongoing function of the UW and Assurance Team by completing or contributing to various analyses and reporting requirements.
* Be a conduit for change and improvement within the Pricing and UW area and wider business.
* Work with Senior Analysts to proactively own personal development – researching and learning about new tools, techniques, and data sources which may benefit the team.
Experience:
* Experience with analytical programming languages, such as SAS, Python and R.
* Experience with building predictive models using applications such as Emblem, Radar (ML) and Python/R.
* Broad knowledge of statistical methods and analytical techniques.
* Experience of a relevant pricing, commercial, or UW role preferably within the personal lines motor insurance industry.
Skills & Qualifications:
* Minimum 2:1 in a numerical undergraduate discipline.
* Good knowledge of general insurance – preferably motor personal lines.
* Good knowledge of motor insurance products and the motor insurance industry.
* Strong mathematical skills and problem-solving skills.
Behaviours:
* Proven ability to produce outstanding results based on own initiative.
* Demonstrable logical thinking with solid reasoning ability.
* Emphasis on attention to detail and accuracy.
* Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
* An organised and pro-active approach.
Are you the person we’re looking for? If so, we look forward to hearing from you. Apply today!
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