Our well known insurance based client has have a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Trainee - Underwriting Assistant to join the Commercial Underwriting team based in Leeds. To underwrite residential and commercial cases under the direction of a more senior underwriter to ensure that new business is secured whilst providing a consistently high level of service all the while increasing underwriting and technical knowledge. This is an exciting opportunity to take on an interesting and varied role. Underwriting is a combination of risk assessment, sales, commercial awareness and negotiation with clients; and is key to the success of the business. You will assist with the daily underwriting and processing of commercial and residential risks ensuring that new business is secured in addition to learning about the various risks and underwriting them effectively. Your key responsibilities will include, reviewing/summarising files, gathering information for Underwriters and dealing with new enquiries and queries via the telephone and through written contact. You will be involved in checking policy wording, demonstrating an in-depth knowledge of policy coverage and be able to discuss this confidently with external and internal clients. You will also need to ensure that systems are maintained and updated as required. Importantly, you will develop and maintain excellent working relationships with key clients and brokers in the UK ensuring a consistently h...