Underwriting Support Assistant

The Role

Are you looking to start your career in insurance? We're currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity to join our client, a Fortune 500 Lloyds of London insurance syndicate, as part of their underwriting team working on their global reinsurance book of business. This is an excellent opportunity for a bright, driven and determined individual to start their career in insurance and the world of underwriting. If you are looking to take that first step, this could be the role for you!

The opportunity:

This role is based in the Accident & Health team which sits within specialty products and will also include providing support to the specialty and casualty teams. The accident & health team in London underwrites a growing reinsurance portfolio. Reporting to the Managing Director, this position is responsible for supporting the day-to-day underwriting activities of the accident & health team.

What you'll be doing:

* Accurate and timely input of data into relevant underwriting systems with a view to developing the ability to interpret and present findings where required

* Timely filing of documentation

* Assist with portfolio management activities to maintain compliance with underwriting objectives and corporate enterprise risk management guidelines

* Work closely with underwriters to develop knowledge of the industry and technical underwriting approach

* Establish and maintain superior business and service oriented partnerships with the client's brokers

What we are looking for in you:

* Be educated to a minimum of A-level standard, or equivalent, and must have GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent, at Grade C or above

* Have passed or are looking to study the Lloyd's Introductory Test or Award in London Market Insurance shortly after employment. Completion of the CII Advanced Diploma in Insurance is encouraged.

* Demonstrate IT skills including MS Office

* Demonstrate a proactive approach and a collegiate mentality

* Demonstrate attention to detail

* Be interested in and be prepared to develop knowledge and understanding of world affairs

What next?

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