Assistant Underwriter

Responsibilities

• Support the assessment of new and renewal business within agreed underwriting guidelines
• Aid in pricing and rating using approved tools and models
• Prepare pre-bind documentation, including quotes, summaries and underwriting packs
• Ensure submission data is complete and accurate to enable effective underwriting decisions
• Maintain pipeline, renewals and outstanding items, proactively following up with brokers and Underwriters
• Support Underwriters in broker interactions, including meeting preparation and follow-up
• Produce management information, reporting and portfolio data to support underwriting activity
• Provide offshore resource oversight, including training and monitoring
• Monitor delivery to ensure completion within agreed service levels and quality standards
• Perform quality assurance reviews on offshore output (e.g. data entry, document preparation)
• Act as the primary liaison between the underwriting team and offshore support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an underwriting support or insurance operations role preferred
• Exposure to property underwriting or commercial insurance is advantageous
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Experience using underwriting, rating or policy administration systems preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, organised and able to work both independently and collaboratively

Compliance, Controls & Governance

• Adhere to all internal policies, underwriting authorities, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate audit trails and documentation standards
• Support underwriting control processes, including peer review, due diligence and data governance
• Utilise AI tools (e.g. Copilot) to improve efficiency, accuracy and quality of delivery
• Adopt new technologies and digital processes in day-to-day activities
• Apply appropriate judgement, governance and data security awareness in the use of AI

Additional Company Details

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Additional Requirements

We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role