Commercial Development Underwriter

Salary: Not specifiedLocation: Chelmsford, EssexJob Type: PermanentRef: SJP230836Commercial / Development UnderwriterThis is an exciting role based within a busy Underwriting Agency. The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

The role involves working in the Commercial Team as an Underwriter with experience in property underwriting. The individual will have a varied role that shall include handling renewals, new business & mid-term adjustments.

The team deal with Brokers and Insurers on a daily basis, placing business either on Delegated Authority Agreements or on a Wholesale submission basis. The class of Insurance is predominantly Property, Business Interruption, Employers, Public, Products Liability, Contract Works and Contractors Plant & Equipment, however experience in all classes of commercial insurance would be considered valuable.

The role requires a flexible and adaptable approach to contribute equally to the successful development of the department in meeting its goals and objectives. The individual will report directly to the Commercial Director.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Excellent interpersonal skillsTeam playerHighly motivated (a 'can do' approach)PunctualityDedicationLoyaltyYou will have experience in: Team buildingRelationship buildingProblem solvingHandling or underwriting commercial & property insuranceAbility to work to targetsAdministrationDealing with Insurance Brokers / InsurersDeveloping relationshipsKey

duties

Underwriting a portion of the renewal & new business & new business bookReporting to Commercial DirectorDeveloping relationships with a number of key brokers / InsurersEnsuring compliance with Delegated Authority Agreements (Binders) with Insurance Companies in conjunction with our Compliance OfficerAssisting annual audit reviewsThis is an excellent opportunity to join a highly motivated team.

The office has a very friendly and social working environment with a very low employee turnover. The right employee can benefit from job security in this family (owned and run) business with the opportunity to be a key player in this growing business.

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please submit your CV for the hiring manager's attentionThe Recruiter Insurance Specialists is acting as a specialist recruitment agency.

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