Location: Chichester Closing date for applications: 12th November 2024 The opportunity: Are you an Insurance underwriter looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want to work for a company that genuinely cares about your wellbeing and offers opportunities for professional growth? If so, this opportunity is for you We’re looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Digital Trading Underwriter to join our team in Chichester. Zurich Municipal is a direct dealing commercial business, dedicated to serving the public and voluntary sectors. Operating on both a direct basis and alongside brokers in a tripartite relationship, we embed ourselves within markets, developing meaningful and longstanding relationships at all levels. We are seen as market leaders who support the full breadth of the sectors in which we operate, partnering with customers over long-term agreements. We operate with a segmented sales and customer relationship model with dedicated market underwriters, supported by a network of claims teams. What will you be doing? We are seeking an experienced underwriter to join our Digital Trading team. In this role, you will focus on onboarding new clients and supporting existing clients, with mid-term changes and renewals. You will leverage your expertise to assess risks, determine appropriate coverage, and ensure our clients receive the best possible customer service. Key Responsibilities: Put good customer outcomes at the heart of every decision. Help your team hit customer satisfaction targets for all prospective, new and existing customers. Help your team achieve key growth and retention targets. Take ownership of customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly and effectively. Analyse and interpret underwriting data to make informed decisions. Ensure compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements. Provide underwriting support and guidance to less experienced colleagues. So, who are we looking for? We are looking for an experienced underwriter who possesses the following qualities: Excellent customer service skills Strong analytical and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. High level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proven experience in underwriting, preferably in the insurance industry. Proactive with the ability to work to deadlines and process timeframes. Qualifications and Experience: Experience in underwriting, with a solid understanding of risk assessment and insurance principles. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., Certificate in Insurance, Diploma in Insurance) are highly desirable. Experience using Acturis desirable. Experience and confidence using Microsoft outlook and excel required. Strong knowledge of insurance products. Who we are: At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people, and our planet. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry. We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future. If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives, and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great. Our Culture: At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic. We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million. So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us