Introduction
Gallagher isn't just a company; it's a global community driven by shared values and an unyielding commitment to excellence. With over 52,000 passionate professionals, we are the architects of the future, designing customized solutions to protect businesses and fuel their extraordinary growth. As a member of our team, you'll experience empowerment, creativity, and the exhilarating journey of making a real difference in the lives of our clients. Join us and become part of a story that transforms aspirations into reality.
We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.
Overview
Are you an experienced Senior Underwriter looking for a new opportunity? Pen Underwriting Risk Managed Commercial team are seeking a talented individual to join our team and help us expand our presence in Northern Ireland.
In this role, you will be responsible for underwriting and servicing both new and existing accounts. Your expertise and industry knowledge will be crucial in evaluating new business opportunities and making sound judgments. By doing so, you will not only contribute to our income and profit but also help us achieve our EBITDAC goals.
As a Senior Underwriter, you will also have the opportunity to mentor and guide our junior team members. Your exemplary knowledge, attitude, and behaviors will serve as an inspiration to others, helping them grow and succeed in their careers. Join Pen Underwriting's Risk Managed team and be part of a dynamic culture that values expertise, collaboration, and growth.
How you'll make an impact
In this role, you will have the opportunity to maintain and grow a renewal portfolio, handling rating and adjustment enquiries from your allocated client portfolio. Additionally, you will have the potential to develop your client portfolio through new business opportunities, expanding your reach and impact.
As a Senior Underwriter, you will also be responsible for handling technical claim cover requests and liaising with brokers, insurers, Accounts, and Claims functions. Your strong attention to detail will be crucial in signing off referrals from Underwriters and Assistant Underwriters, ensuring accuracy and quality in our processes.
You will also have the chance to provide technical training and development to more junior members of the team, sharing your expertise and helping them grow in their roles. Additionally, you will compile and provide statistics, interpreting the data and explaining it to others, contributing to our overall understanding and decision-making.
At Pen Underwriting, we value knowledge and expertise. That's why we encourage you to develop a thorough understanding of the coverage provided by Pen and operate within the agreed personal delegated underwriting authority, utilising our preferred insurance pool.
About You
* CII/Dip CII qualification, educated to A-Level standard or equivalent
* A firm grasp of risk exposure, with the ability to determine acceptance criteria and risk classifications in complex or unfamiliar situations
* Underwriting experience in servicing accounts, utilizing specialist technical knowledge to handle claim queries and provide a connected service
* The ability to extract and piece together required learning from various opportunities and sources
* Experience in planning and prioritizing client renewals and seeking new business opportunities
* Strong, proactive communication and social skills with clients and colleagues
* A good level of numeracy and literacy, coupled with excellent attention to detail
* An analytical problem-solving approach with initiative and a 'can do' attitude
* An insightful, ambitious, and willing teammate who takes ownership and accountability, and is keen to share expertise
* Strong trading and negotiation skills, ensuring excellent outcomes for customers, brokers, Pen, and insurers
* Eligibility to work in the UK
Compensation and benefits
On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
* Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days
* Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
* Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
* Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
* Health cash plan or Private medical insurance
Other benefits include:
* Three fully paid volunteering days per year
* Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
* Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
* Critical illness cover
* Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
* Season ticket loan
* Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
* Emergency back-up family care
* And many more…
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