Operations Analyst Role overview We are looking for a motivated and hardworking individual, with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills and a strong attention to detail. The successful candidate will have the ability to work quickly, efficiently and methodically and have in depth knowledge of operational & underwriting practices as well as an understanding of financial aspects, such as credit control & IBA. We are looking for someone to join our energetic, fast paced and multifaceted organisation on a full time, permanent basis. We are keen to hire an individual who has strong analytical and problem-solving skills and is looking for their next challenge. This role has significant potential for career progression for the successful candidate. If you have the right ability, drive and attitude, then DUAL is the place for you This newly created position will support a key growth-area within DUAL as well as being a part of our operational structure, which is rapidly growing and will allow the opportunity to work within a small, fun and results orientated team. As a result, you will need to be able to adapt well to change, prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks. Role responsibilities Assisting with the maintenance, compliance and effectiveness of the teams underwriting processes. Overseeing the accuracy of data entry for all lines of business within the team; providing a first-class service to the underwriting teams. On-boarding of new underwriting teams (Lines of business & Offices) to the DUAL Target Operational Model. Liaises with other teams within DUAL such as Credit Control, Finance, Audit, Compliance, Marketing and IT and acts on behalf of the underwriting team, as point of contact. Building strong relationships with carrier & broker partners. Assisting with system monitoring and changes on the underwriting and broking systems required for the new teams; to include system changes, testing & reporting. Managing the reporting of monthly income and debt, both inwards and outwards (bordereaux understanding required). Oversight of Credit Control queries for funds received. Knowledge of claims handling. Providing management information reporting. Proactively and collaboratively works with Underwriters and other stakeholders, responding to any queries concerning policies, pulling ad-hoc reports, when required. Monitoring of exception reporting with data entry & quality control. To identify & come up with solutions to improve process inefficiencies. Key requirements Ideal candidates will have previous working experience within Insurance operations; and the preferred candidate would have a good understanding of delegated authorities & Bordereaux. Ideal candidates must have excellent communication skills both written and verbally Ability to work quickly, efficiently and methodically. Ability to manage multiple workstreams & organise priorities correctly. Ability to communicate new initiatives and ideas. In depth knowledge of operational and underwriting practices. A strong team player who is confident in their ability and also self-starting. What do we offer in return? A career that you define. Yes, we offer all the usual rewards and benefits - including great healthcare provision, a wide variety of wellbeing offers, competitive salary, generous pensions and more - but we know you expect all that. What you might not expect is a job where everyone has a voice, where volunteering in the community is part of the day job, and where everyone is encouraged to play a part towards our sustainability goals. We want people who want to make a difference - not just in the workplace, but in the industry and in the wider community. Our culture: People First Our core values dictate how we live and work. We are a group with independence and people at its heart and we are a home for talent with a unique culture: the biggest small company in the world. The focus on being a People First business has always been at the very heart of the Group; Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture and one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. And finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people to join the Group has been and will continue to be key. Diversity & Inclusion At DUAL we consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances. What do we offer in return? A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond Reasonable adjustments We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working. If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require. Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. 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