Senior Commercial Underwriter - Salary between £40,000 and £60,000
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Commercial Underwriter to join our UK wide Delegated Authority/Schemes team.
As a Underwriter in this team you will be responsible for servicing brokers whom have delegated authority for specific commercial insurance schemes. This role involves managing the business relationship and being the main point of contact for referrals out with the broker’s delegated authority.
Working closely with brokers and customers to truly understand their wants and needs, using data and insight to leverage performance and profitability. Working with the broker to enhance efficiencies and bolster growth.
This role would suit an experienced Underwriter either from a broker or insurer background that is passionate about developing their career and enjoys nurturing relationships for mutual benefit.
A bit about the job:
Technical referral support for Brokers and lower licence holders reflecting our Underwriting Strategy and the customer/broker value
Be knowledgeable of overall Delegated Authority Schemes performance and contribute to overall Aviva strategy
Have a knowledge of regulatory requirements linked to Delegation of Underwriting authority
Ensure embedment of material change to Delegated Authority Scheme including documentation, UW Guide, pricing, wordings etc.
Accountable for identifying areas of profitable development within individual Delegated Authority Schemes
Skills and experience we’re looking for:
Proven experience within Commercial Motor and/or Commercial Property & Liability underwriting
Strong relationship management skills
Ability to handle complex risks and technical referrals, supporting and mentoring more junior members of the team
Well developed skills to analyse risks, communicate and present effectively to brokers and/or customers
Ability to lead and challenge Broker partners with confidence in order to yield a win win outcome
What you’ll get for this role:
Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.
Starting salary between £40,000 and £60,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
Bonus opportunity - 10% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools
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Aviva is for everyone:
We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.
We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.
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About the company
We’re here to protect our 33 million customers from life’s unexpected twists and turns – freeing them from fear of uncertainty.We are one of only a few insurance companies in the world that can provide customers with life, general and health insurance, and asset management in one place – a composite insurer.And we have a unique competitive advantage. Whether we’re protecting them from everyday risks or helping them to save for the future, we put customers at the heart of all we do – creating a bright and sustainable future for our customers, employees and our communities.
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