Company
Bell&Clements
Location
London, United Kingdom
We are specialists in offering expertise in underwriting, broking and capacity management for US Excess and Surplus (E&S) lines insurance solutions. The unique combination of broking and underwriting divisions provides the ability to quote and bind risks through in-house binding authorities, while providing customers with access to Lloyd’s, London Market companies, and Munich Re owned capacity in Germany and the US.
To assist in all aspects of underwriting and administrative processes for the High Value Homeowner Underwriters of the B&C Managed Underwriting Department.
Responsibilities
1. To undertake all administrative duties in relation to the underwriting of new and renewal High Value Homeowners business. This includes monitoring and setting up renewal risks for review by underwriters, production and processing of binders for coverholders, and preparing new business submissions including provision and review of supplementary information such as maps, photographs and hazard scores from proprietary and external tools, to assist in underwriters' review of individual risks.
2. Assist Underwriters with all aspects of the management of the High Value Homeowners business. This includes assisting with monitoring the performance of the business, maintenance of databases and documents relating to the underwriting process, liaison with Coverholders, Brokers and other Departments as necessary, assisting with overall growth and development of the business, and business travel overseas in the course of duties and responsibilities.
3. Regular production, distribution and analysis of statistical reports including: Quote Tracker, Aggregate information, Triangulations, Rates, In-force data, Production, Claims data and other ad hoc reports as required by Underwriters.
4. Assist Underwriters with the coordination and preparation of Coverholder/Broker meetings – virtual and in-person - and other routine and ad hoc meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Liaise with Underwriters to prepare and provide all required documents and reports to attendees prior to meetings.
6. Compile, file and distribute meeting notes.
7. Embrace and actively implement the core principles of Continuous Conversations; (Commitments, Feedback and Development) as part of daily activities and with other colleagues.
8. Take ownership of and make personal and professional development a priority as part of Continuous Conversations; in line with Continuous Conversations, establish and achieve development aspirations and needs through the setting of commitments and giving and receiving frequent, constructive feedback.
9. Abide by the policies and procedures of B&C.
Qualifications
1. Experience in an underwriting support role is preferred but not essential.
2. Accuracy and attention to detail.
3. Strong interpersonal, team working and communication skills, both written and verbal.
4. The ability to absorb and synthesize technical information.
5. Numeracy and statistical skills.
6. Problem-solving skills and a logical approach to work.
7. Self-motivation and the ability to anticipate the needs of the team.
8. Must be organized and able to prioritize tasks in order to adapt to tight and changing deadlines.
9. Should have foundation level skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
This position is offered on a Permanent basis. Annual salary will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Annual leave - 25 days per year (plus bank holidays), increases with length of service. Health & Wellbeing – our offering includes private medical insurance for employees, their partners and their families, a Digital GP service and an annual allowance (currently £550) for any activities which support health and wellbeing. Hybrid and remote working – to support your work-life balance we have introduced hybrid working. You will be provided with support to work from home up to a maximum of three days per week. Flexible working hours – the opportunity to flex your working hours. Generous gender-neutral family leave policy - employees with 26 weeks’ continuous service at the Expected Week of Childbirth are eligible to receive 26 weeks full pay. Professional Qualification Support – (discretionary) financial support covering the cost of professional qualifications, including institute membership, exams, study materials and completion bonuses. Team fun – warm and social culture with regular get-togethers.
Bell and Clements is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or parental status.
If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with everything outlined, or you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the candidate we are looking for!
All candidates in consideration for any role can request a reasonable adjustment at any point in our recruitment process. You can request an adjustment by speaking to your Talent Acquisition contact.
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