Job Details

My client is a new Underwriting Agency looking to make a significant impact in the Construction / Liability markets in the UK. Working at their head office in the Rayleigh / Southend area, my client is looking to recruit two Underwriters with experience of dealing in New Business and sound technical knowledge of Construction and Liability Insurances.
Job Purpose:
• Underwriting of combined liability and contractors all risks enquiries received from brokers
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, insurers and other business partners
• Meet individual sales target and contribute towards team sales targets
• Handle general enquiries, renewals and mid term adjustments.
The role will be mainly office based and will involve discussing individual risks with brokers and providing Liability / CAR terms. However there will be scope for external visits as the role evolves.
Skills Needed:
Skills
• Minimum five years (construction) liability experience (ideally with an insurance company background)
• Proven track record of working to and achieving individual targets
• Proactive approach to developing profitable broker relationships
• Proficient in MS Office and with aptitude to use other MS Windows-based software
• High level inter personal skills – ability to build successful, mutually beneficial business relationships
• Communication skills – able to communicate to people with various levels of knowledge, over the telephone and in writing
• Planning, organisational and time management skills
• Basic Numeracy

Technical Experience:
• Contractors Liability knowledge

You will be an ambitious individual, professional, hard working and in need of a fresh challenge. The remuneration package on offer is very competitive and flexible in terms of experience and skills. Bonus incentives will also be in place for career development. Please apply with your CV to Nik Gardner for a confidential discussion.