Our client is a leading insurer, providing expert solutions across life, pension and investment products. They areseeking an experienced Underwriter to join their growing team.
You will play a key role in assessing new applications and managing complex risk portfolios, work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure underwriting decisions are sound, compliant and aligned with the company’s philosophy.
Key Responsibilities
Underwrite new business applications for life, critical illness and/or income protection coversHandle large-case and complex underwriting risks, ensuring appropriate controls and decision-makingBuild and maintain strong stakeholder relationships – including Brokers, Employers, Customers, Medical Consultants, Reinsurers and the Chief Medical Officer.Correspond effectively with internal teams, brokers, applicants and medical providers to ensure smooth underwriting, policy issue and ongoing risk management.Develop and maintain deep technical expertise in medical and financial underwriting, plus regulatory risk-control frameworks.Review and monitor underwriting processes to ensure they support sound risk outcomes and regulatory compliance.Maintain a strong customer-service focus – delivering underwriting decisions in a timely, transparent and professional manner.
What We're Looking For
Several years’ underwriting experience in life insurance, critical illness and/or income protection.Strong analytical reasoning and decision-making capability, backed with commercial awareness and a solid understanding of risk & regulatory environments.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – ability to engage with multiple stakeholders effectively.A customer-first mindset, solution-focused attitude and proven track record of delivering on commitments.Interest in keeping up to date with underwriting practice, trends and regulatory developments.Competent with systems and data-analysis tools relevant to underwriting.Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills, plus strong planning and organisational ability
What They Offer
Hybrid working model: the flexibility to split your time between home and office.Competitive salary and bonus structure, together with a comprehensive benefits package.Defined Contribution pension plan, extensive learning & development opportunities, and robust well-being initiatives.A supportive environment where your technical and career development is valued and encouraged.
Want to know more?
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