Underwriter - Personal Lines Insurance Guildford Salary - up to £40,000 DoE
Overview: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Personal Lines Underwriter to join a growing insurance provider. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented insurance professional who wants to grow and develop into a senior role.
The RoleAs a Personal Lines Underwriter, you will be responsible for assessing and underwriting new business, renewals, and mid-term adjustments across a range of personal lines products. You will play a key role in ensuring profitability, compliance, and high standards of service.
Key Responsibilities
Underwrite new business and renewals in line with underwriting guidelines
Assess risk and price policies accurately and competitively
Handle mid-term adjustments and policy queries
Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and internal stakeholders
Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards
Contribute to portfolio performance and retention targets
About You
Previous experience in Personal Lines insurance
Strong understanding of underwriting principles and risk assessment
Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
Confident communicator with a customer-focused approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What’s on Offer
Salary up to £40,000 DoE
Hybrid and flexible working options after probation
Supportive team environment with clearly mapped out career development opportunities
Opportunity to join a stable and respected insurer
If you’re an experienced Personal Lines Underwriter looking for your next career move, we’d love to hear from you. We are currently shortlisting for interview so apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.....Read more...
UNDERWRITER- FINANCIAL LINES OR PROFESSIONAL RISKS SALARY NEGOTIABLE (up to Circa £150,000) LONDON BASED- FLEXIBLE HYBRID WORKING
THE OPPORTUNITY: I am working with an innovative MGA seeking to expand their presence in international markets. Their entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence have positioned us for significant growth, and we're looking for a key player to drive our expansion. They are seeking an experienced International Underwriter to join our team and lead our efforts in developing new business across global markets. This role offers substantial autonomy and the potential for significant reward for the right candidate.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and execute underwriting strategies for international markets
Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities
Manage and grow relationships with existing and prospective clients
Analyse and price complex risks across various international jurisdictions
Collaborate with brokers and reinsurers to structure innovative solutions
Contribute to the development of new products and expansion into new territories
QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven track record in international underwriting,
In-depth knowledge of global insurance markets and regulatory environments
Strong analytical skills and ability to assess complex risks
Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills
Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
WHAT SETS YOU APART:
An existing book of business that you can bring to the MGA
A network of international contacts and potential clients
Experience in multiple lines of business or specialty risks
Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
COMPENSATION: Salary is highly negotiable and will be commensurate with experience, skills, and most importantly, your ability to contribute to our growth. We offer a competitive base salary, performance-based bonuses, and an attractive equity package for exceptional candidates who can demonstrate their value.
TO APPLY: If you are a results-driven underwriter with a global perspective and the ability to bring new business to our firm, we want to hear from you. This role offers the unique opportunity to significantly impact our company's growth trajectory and be rewarded accordingly.Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.
By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.....Read more...
Working as part of a busy underwriting team, dealing with customers requested call backs, providing updates to our dealer partners and ensuring we have the staff to meet the customers' demand
Responsible for the team’s daily capacity. This means communicating between teams, organising lunches etc. and making sure we have the staff available to meet customers’ phone calls
Manage and take responsibility for own performance and give feedback to team members where required
The first port of call for customer contact. This means dealing with all customer replies and managing your days’ work in an organised manner
Oversee customer applications requiring cross-functional collaboration, ensuring efficient coordination and timely progression
CMDA - Level 6
Obtain a Management Degree at Nottingham Trent University
Training:
Chartered Manager (degree) Level 6
Nottingham Trent University
Recall days (the days learning at NTU) will be 2 days every 5 weeks
Training Outcome:Progression path to Underwriter when the time is right.
Also, option to progress into a leadership position.
Internal sideways moves also an option.Employer Description:First Response Finance are a UK Based Sub-Prime Car finance company with a strong people centric culture. We offer Hire Purchase loans on second hand vehicles to customers around the UK. Our Vision is People-Service-Profit. By focusing on our people, they deliver and improve the service they offer, which leads to profit naturally.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30
1 in 4 Saturdays 10:00 - 16:00Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
This is a fantastic opportunity to join and learn from a highly experienced and dynamic team within the insurance sector. You will gain first hand exposure to all aspects of key operational departments within the business, obtain valuable expertise and industry recognised qualifications. You will be offered a competitive initial salary, set additional increases following each exam and a salary increase commensurate with your experience and skills upon qualification.
In addition to the Certificate of Insurance (CII) and DPI internal training programme, as part of your 13 month apprenticeship you will be responsible for the duties as detailed below:
Providing support to the broking team preparing new business and renewal policies, mid-term adjustments, invoices, cover notes and written correspondence
Providing support to the marketing, claims and accounts teams
Working with senior management
Managing the staff entertainment fund and arranging team building exercises
Providing a professional service to all clients at all times
Brokering client’s commercial insurance requirements, working towards more complex types of cover
Accompanying senior broking executives on client site visits and surveys
Ensuring that throughout all departments the client records are kept up to date and completed fully and consistently
Maintaining the diary system for designated members of the team as required
Ensuring adherence to company compliance procedures and data protection requirements
Training:Insurance Practitioner Level 3 apprenticeship standard:
Fully and part funded learning and development programme that includes the Cert CII
Develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours of successful Insurance Practitioners
Role-specific route ways tailor the apprenticeship to the job role:
Claims Handler / Loss Adjuster
Assistant Underwriter
Junior Broker
Free CII membership for non-members through the CII Aspire Apprenticeship Programme
Includes digital CII study books and exam entries
Resit costs for CII exams and End-Point-Assessment will be covered by the employer
Fortnightly workshops for each CII exam
All workshops recorded and available on-demand
Interactive chat, forums and class notebooks for real time support and assistance from experienced and qualified insurance professionals
Exam tips, tricks, and strategies
Regular tutorials and assessments with your dedicated trainer
Training Outcome:DPI Insurance has been successfully running our apprenticeship programme for more than 10 years. We are a growing business and have experience in training and retaining talented and driven individuals.
Successful candidates will have a clear career path into well paid roles within the organisation. We currently have two previous apprentices within our team, our Commercial Renewals Manager (£55k OTE) and one of our Commercial Renewal Executives (£45k OTE).
DPI Insurance offers industry recognised CII training alongside our Internal Training Programme. Your journey doesn’t stop with an apprenticeship, CII training is also available to further qualifications, such as a DIP CII and ACII post apprenticeship.Employer Description:At DPI we offer specialist commercial insurance tailored to your individual needs. We are a family owned and run insurance brokers who genuinely care about protecting your business and putting our customers first.
Our team of experts boast over 220 years combined experience in the market and are here to provide you with professional advice. By taking the time to understand your business, we ensure you understand your risks and select the most appropriate covers for your needs.
DPI arranges insurance for a large volume of businesses and this has afforded us the ability to negotiate preferential rates and beneficial covers. We navigate our panel of A rated insurers, specialist underwriting agencies and the Lloyds market on your behalf to source the most appropriate terms.
We take pride in providing peace of mind and financial security so that you can focus on running your business.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, with 1 hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Enthusiastic,Proactive,Hard Working,Professional,Career Minded....Read more...