Allied World · 3 months ago
Senior Underwriter, UK Commercial Division
GB-GB-Manchester
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAllied World is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions, dedicated to collaboration and professional development. The Senior Underwriter will focus on developing the regional portfolio, conducting account analysis, and maintaining underwriting files, while also supervising junior team members and engaging with clients and brokers to foster relationships.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Development of the Allied World regional portfolio exploring opportunities with our existing partners and establishing new relationships
Perform extensive account analysis according to underwriting guidelines to include thorough review of underwriting application/submission, consideration of risk management protocols, research via on-line services and other available resources and liaising with other Company departments to establish full understanding of risk exposures
Perform referrals (as required) with the relevant AW contact
Responsible for timely and correct issuance of bound polices
Working closely with the wider Commercial Division and contribute to the formation of overall strategy / business plans and the execution thereof
Authorizing of quotes, binders and invoices in accordance with company guidelines
Accountable for the maintenance of underwriting files in an orderly manner and in accordance with the underwriting guidelines
Supervision of work to Underwriters as deemed appropriate and responsible for the professional development and training of assigned team members or direct reports where applicable
Marketing — attend client/broker meetings, lunches, dinners and other social outings as applicable. Meet with key brokers regularly to discuss production, service and other topics relative to division operation
Qualification
Required
5 – 7 years demonstrable experience underwriting commercial combined or property business
Excellent analytical skills and solid knowledge of pricing & actuarial models and methods
Must be highly articulate, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills – required for daily liaison with clients and brokers including delivering effective presentations and building strong working relationships
Strong marketing and business development capability – commercial acumen, ability to influence and negotiate to various levels of seniority, internally and externally
Highly computer literate within MS office applications and an advanced level proficiency using underwriting systems
Methodical approach to work, strong organization skills; capable of dealing with tight reporting dealing and conflicting priorities
Overall team player with collaborative outlook – coaching approach to the development of more junior members of the team
Benefits
Instant membership in the Allied World team — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources
Company
Allied World
About Allied World Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2017-07-07Acquired
2006-07-12IPO
Leadership Team
Denise Choy
VP, Asia Pacific Professional Lines Division at Allied World
Erin Ringbloom
Vice President
Recent News
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