Job Title: Underwriting Assistant
Location: London
Salary Range: Competitive, dependent on experience
Reporting to: Class Underwriter
Type: Permanent
Overview:
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual to support a specialist underwriting team within a London market syndicate environment. The role plays a key part in ensuring accurate risk data capture, portfolio monitoring, and high-quality reporting. It offers strong exposure to underwriting operations and provides a solid foundation for career progression within the Lloyd’s market.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accurately input risk data into internal underwriting and rating systems
- Maintain and update aggregate data within risk modelling software
- Liaise with underwriting support functions to resolve data queries and clear system errors
- Review and clear data quality reports in a timely manner
- Assist underwriters in producing regular management information and ad hoc reports
- Respond to broker queries and support effective communication
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with brokers and clients
- Develop a thorough understanding of assigned accounts and portfolio performance
- Support underwriters in preparing the annual business plan and portfolio analysis
- Ensure all activities are carried out in line with regulatory and conduct standards
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong numeracy skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Organised, proactive and able to use initiative
- Eagerness to learn and develop within underwriting
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Desirable but Not Essential:
- A-Level or university education (numerical or analytical degree preferred)
- Previous experience within insurance (approximately 1 year beneficial but not required)
- Exposure to underwriting systems or risk modelling tools
- Evidence of commitment and teamwork through extracurricular interests or activities
About the Company:
A well-regarded Lloyd’s market syndicate with a strong reputation for underwriting discipline and technical expertise. The business operates within a collaborative and performance-driven culture, with a clear focus on data quality, portfolio management, and sustainable growth. It offers structured development opportunities and values professionalism, accountability, and teamwork across the organisation.