Underwriting Apprentices – Natural Resources & Crisis Management

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Underwriting Apprentices – Natural Resources & Crisis Management

  • Location:

    United Kingdom

  • Contact:

    Janine Moodley

  • Contact email:

    janine.moodley@equitycity.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    816

  • Published:

    20 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-08-01

Job Title: Underwriting Apprentices – Natural Resources & Crisis Management
Location: London
Salary Range: £26,000
Type: Permanent | Hybrid

Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to launch a career in underwriting within the London insurance market through a structured two-year apprenticeship programme. As an Underwriting Apprentice, you'll become an integral part of the underwriting function, supporting experienced underwriters with the day-to-day administration of complex insurance risks while developing a strong understanding of underwriting processes, market practices and regulatory requirements.
The role combines administrative support, data analysis and reporting, providing valuable exposure to underwriting operations while offering ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work towards recognised CII qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support underwriters with the day-to-day administration of new and renewal business across a range of insurance risks.

  • Assist with analysing client data and underwriting information to support informed underwriting decisions.

  • Maintain accurate policy records, underwriting documentation and management information within internal systems.

  • Prepare new business and renewal references, ensuring risks are processed accurately and within agreed service standards.

  • Produce reports relating to renewals, premiums, portfolio performance and underwriting activity.

  • Assist with monitoring underwriting performance against business objectives and highlight any trends or exceptions.

  • Respond to underwriting queries and provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of underwriting operations.

  • Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and support effective communication across the underwriting process.

  • Assist with reviewing underwriting documentation and ensuring compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.

  • Prepare meeting minutes, support reporting activities and contribute to ad hoc analytical projects as required.

  • Assist with resolving routine underwriting and risk review queries while meeting key deadlines.

  • Work towards achieving recognised Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) professional qualifications as part of the apprenticeship programme.


What We're Looking For
You'll be well suited to this opportunity if you:

  • Have a genuine interest in insurance and underwriting as a long-term career.

  • Enjoy working with data and using analytical thinking to solve problems.

  • Have excellent attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work.

  • Possess strong numerical and organisational skills.

  • Communicate confidently and professionally, both verbally and in writing.

  • Enjoy working collaboratively within a team while taking ownership of your responsibilities.

  • Can explain information clearly and confidently to a range of stakeholders.

  • Are proactive, curious and eager to learn within a fast-paced professional environment.


What You'll Need

  • GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above.

  • A-Level qualifications (or equivalent) with grades A*–C.

  • Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Good IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

  • A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and excellent organisational skills.


What's on Offer

  • Competitive starting salary of £26,000.

  • Performance-related discretionary bonus.

  • Structured two-year apprenticeship programme with ongoing professional development.

  • Opportunity to work towards industry-recognised Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) qualifications.

  • Hybrid working model, typically consisting of three days per week in the office.

  • Excellent opportunity to develop a long-term career within underwriting and the London insurance market while gaining exposure to complex commercial risks.