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Delegated Authority Underwriter, flexible, uk
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Client:
Aviva
Location:
flexible, uk, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
4
Posted:
02.05.2025
Expiry Date:
16.06.2025
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Job Description:
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Commercial Trading Underwriter to join our UK wide Delegated Authority/Schemes team.
As a Technical Underwriter in this team, you will be responsible for servicing brokers who have delegated authority for specific commercial insurance schemes. This role involves being the main point of contact for referrals outside the broker’s delegated authority.
Working closely with brokers to assess referrals outside their delegated authority and maintaining a learning mentality for personal growth, this role requires a proven commercial underwriter who can communicate clearly and succinctly.
This role would suit an experienced Technical Underwriter from a broker or insurer background, passionate about developing their career and nurturing relationships for mutual benefit.
A bit about the job:
* Dealing daily with referrals outside brokers' Delegated Authority, providing clear rationale
* Supporting Schemes Underwriting Lead and delivering initiatives to improve system performance
* Having robust knowledge of scheme governance and regulatory requirements related to delegation of authority
* Training, developing, and mentoring less experienced colleagues
* Continually developing own skills and capabilities in line with Licence to Grade requirements
Skills and experience we’re looking for:
* Proven experience in Commercial Motor and/or Commercial Property & Liability underwriting
* Ability to handle complex risks and technical referrals, supporting and mentoring team members
* Ability to lead Broker partner discussions confidently for mutually beneficial outcomes
What you’ll get for this role:
* Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues. We invest in you.
* Salary up to £40,000, depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications
* Bonus opportunity based on performance
* Generous pension scheme, with up to 14% contribution from Aviva
* 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell days
* Up to 40% discount on Aviva products and retailer discounts
* Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year via our Share Plan
* Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
* Flexible benefits including sustainability options
* Participation in Aviva Communities and volunteering days
* Support for wellbeing with various tools and resources
Aviva is for everyone:
We’re inclusive and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don’t tick every box, we encourage you to apply. We consider flexible working arrangements to suit our colleagues and customers, including part-time and job share options.
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