RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Analyse claims data and risk factors to forecast future claims levels and set insurance premiums. • Evaluate and issue quotes for corporate insurance schemes in accordance with company underwriting guidelines, pricing methodologies and other relevant regulations. • Gather and review background information in order to effectively assess risk. • Collaborate with Sales and Relationship Management teams throughout contract renewals and tenders to reach target KPIs, while maintaining underwriting standards. • Prepare and issue client utilisation reports, including commentary and explanation of observed trends and scheme performance. • Act as a technical referral point for other areas of the business in relation to all Underwriting queries. • Form own opinions on requests and make sound underwriting decisions, within authority limits. • Take ownership of queries received within the team and deliver a quality service and response time to colleagues. • Represent Underwriting team on strategic projects, as needed. • Comply with company standards in respect of documentation and file management. • Update and maintain work activity reports for Management.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To be successful in this position you will need to have the following skills/ experience:

• Experience (minimum of c.3 years) in Underwriting position in relevant line of business. • Proficiency in MS Excel is essential • Proven track record of successful negotiations with large corporate clients • Proven ability to work well as part of a team and communicate effectively with others. • Preferably Degree and / or professional insurance qualification (e.g. CII)

BEHAVIOURAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strong attention to detail, time management and communication skills. • Ability to produce quality output within tight time frames and simultaneously. • Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Customer focused • Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to explain and defend pricing analysis and decisions. • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders from other departments • Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) • Ability to work effectively within a team environment • Honesty and Integrity • A willingness to learn and develop.

REPORTING LINE The position reports functionally to the Group Underwriting Manager, Allianz Partners.

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