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About Hiscox
Hiscox UK is a leading brand in the insurance market, recognized for setting industry standards. We deliver strong growth and exceptional returns, recruiting top talent and empowering them. We insure everything from homes of the wealthy to innovative tech companies. Our customers are diverse, united by our ability to provide tailored, specialist insurance.
Job Details
Type: Permanent
The Role
Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will support the profitable growth of the South Region Professions and Specialty Commercial business. We seek an experienced Underwriter, preferably with professional indemnity expertise.
Responsibilities
* Build recognition as an experienced underwriter within your region by managing broker relationships.
* Underwrite larger, complex commercial cases profitably.
* Set and execute local underwriting strategies in collaboration with regional management.
* Influence product strategies and underwriting appetite at the UK level.
* Lead underwriting for complex risks and client visits.
* Achieve regional retention targets, handling cases directly.
* Develop broker relationships to generate new business opportunities.
* Enhance submission and conversion rates through prospecting.
* Develop product knowledge and sales skills among underwriters.
* Understand the underwriting lifecycle, including policy wording, pricing, and claims.
* Understand risk pricing factors and market conditions.
* Maintain industry knowledge, including competitors and market trends.
Qualifications & Skills
* Strong communication and relationship management skills.
* Drive to win new business.
* Ability to make strategic, innovative decisions.
* Knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks.
* ACII qualification or relevant experience as per FCA standards.
Work Environment & Culture
We value diversity and foster an inclusive culture. Our hybrid working model allows flexibility, with presence in our Bristol hub or visiting brokers in the South-West 2-3 days a week, plus monthly regional gatherings.
Enjoy working with talented colleagues and a unique company culture.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Finance and Sales
* Industry: Insurance
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