Assistant Underwriter - Conventional Power & Renewable Energy

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Underwriter to join our Conventional Power & Renewable Energy team at the business. As a key member of the underwriting team, you will play a crucial role in making sound underwriting decisions and contributing to the operational delivery of our strategy.

You will be part of the Conventional Power & Renewable Energy team within the Natural Resources division.  We write a global portfolio of risks, of varying technology, complexity and size.    

The role would also provide a solid foundation and opportunity to develop a career in Underwriting.

• Responsible for  analysing  and  writing risks in  accordance  with  the agreed parameters  –  making sound, profitable long term decisions with a focus on smart rationale underwriting.
• Support quotes, underwriting and service of allocated accounts and operate within agreed authority parameters
• Ensure  risks  are  analysed  and  written  in  accordance  with  the agreed parameters  –  making sound, profitable long term decisions with a focus on smart rationale underwriting.
• Develop and maintain strong client and broker relationships, demonstrating a deep understanding of their needs and the market.
• Assist in arranging and attending client meetings to build strong relationships and drive business growth. 
• Represent the business at corporate and networking events, upholding our values and behaviours
• Track and report developments affecting the business of the class and raise as appropriate, to the Senior Underwriters or Underwriting Management
• Collaborate with senior underwriters to develop pricing models and ensure accurate risk assessments.
• Liaise with the claims team to keep up-to-date with claims situations and ensure timely resolution.
• Manage queries professionally and efficiently, ensuring excellent customer service.
• Monitor premium payments and liaise with brokers and CRT as necessary.
• Accuracy checking & write up notes as part of UW sign-off
• Liaise and ensure regional compliance with underwriting management, taking corrective action where necessary and operating within agreed authorities, ensuring that underwriting controls are properly managed

• Must have relevant underwriting experience in Conventional Power and/or Renewable Underwriting or claims, looking to progress to full Underwriting authority within a short timeframe.
• Established relationships with brokers and strong knowledge of the conventional power and/or renewable energy market.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to question the status quo and create solutions.
• Diploma in CII and working towards completion of ACII
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Sound financial and commercial acumen.
• Strong Excel and numeracy skills.
• Self-motivation & strong organisational skills