ATE Underwriting Assistant

ATE UNDERWRITING ASSISTANT - BRISTOL - £23K - £27K WITH HYBRID WORKING

My client is a leading name within general insurance and they are currently recruiting for a highly professional ATE Underwriting Assistant to join their growing team in Bristol.

My client offers excellent benefits including:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option of buying an additional 5 days and carrying over.
• 7% employer contributions.
• Free Legal Expenses Insurance and Motor Breakdown Cover.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Gym subsidy worth up to £25 pcm.
• Cycle scheme and interest free commuter loans.
• Company Sick Pay and enhanced Parental Leave.
• Free coffee, tea, squash and biscuits.
• Free company events and socials.
• Learning expenses and time for study and exams.

The ATE Underwriting Assistant will be primarily responsible for :

• Reviewing applications for ATE policies that do not meet the automatic acceptance criteria, within a set authority.
• Assisting solicitors to make the policies as accurate as possible, for example, adding a new Defendant as a case has progressed, or transferring the policy to a new solicitor.
• You will also be responsible for making sure premiums are applied correctly when a case is successful.
• You will build close relationships with the solicitors and fee earners you encounter, and thus will need to respond promptly & efficiently to all their queries. Queries can range from issues submitting details of the claim to questions about premium payment.
• Working in a regulated industry, you will need to ensure all your tasks are completed within prescribed authority limits and in line with procedures.

Applications are invited from those with relevant industry experience.

All applicants must be highly organised, with good numeracy and literacy skills. Working towards CII qualifications is desirable.

You will enjoy some excellent company benefits in addition, which include the option to work from home for 3 days per week. Our client are a well-regarded and meritocratic employer who will fully support your professional and personal development.