Senior Underwriter

Gallagher isn't just a company; it's a global community driven by shared values and an unyielding commitment to excellence. With over 52,000 passionate professionals, we are the architects of the future, designing customized solutions to protect businesses and fuel their extraordinary growth. As a member of our team, you'll experience empowerment, creativity, and the exhilarating journey of making a real difference in the lives of our clients.

Join us and become part of a story that transforms aspirations into reality.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Are you an experienced Senior Underwriter looking to elevate your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? Pen Underwriting is seeking an experienced underwriter to join our growing Property & Casualty team, focusing on underwriting and servicing existing accounts. If you possess sound judgment, industry expertise, and a keen eye for evaluating new business opportunities, we want to hear from you!

• Account Management:Maintain and expand new business, renewals, ratings, and adjustments for your allocated client portfolio.
• Claims Handling:Address technical claim cover requests and collaborate effectively with brokers, insurers, and internal Accounts and Claims teams.
• Mentorship:Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, exemplifying exemplary knowledge, attitude, and behaviors.
• Referral Management:Review and approve referrals from Assistant Underwriters with meticulous attention to detail.
• Data Analysis:Compile, interpret, and present statistical data to stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding.
• Coverage Expertise:Develop a comprehensive understanding of the coverage provided by Pen and operate within your delegated underwriting authority.

• Educational Background:CII/Dip CII qualification, educated to A-Level standard or equivalent.
• Risk Assessment:Strong grasp of risk exposure, capable of determining acceptance criteria and risk classifications in complex situations.
• Underwriting Experience:Proven experience in servicing accounts, utilizing specialist technical knowledge to address claim queries and deliver a seamless service.
• Client Relations:Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize client renewals while identifying business opportunities.
• Communication Skills:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with strong numeracy and literacy abilities.
• Problem Solving:Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and a 'can-do' attitude.
• Team Player:Insightful, ambitious, and accountable team member eager to share expertise and contribute to team success.
• Eligibility:Must be eligible to work in the UK.

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
• Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
• Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
• Health cash plan or Private medical insurance

Other benefits include:

• Three fully paid volunteering days per year
• Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
• Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
• Critical illness cover
• Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
• Season ticket loan
• Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
• Emergency back-up family care
• And many more…

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