Underwriting Assistant

Underwriting Assistant We are looking for an Underwriting Assistant to join Ansvar in our Brighton office. Competitive salary, excellent benefits and hybrid working.

Working hours:35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Duration:Permanent

Location:Brighton

Job :205444

Ansvar
, who are proudly part of Benefact Group
, are looking for an Underwriting Assistant to join our Brighton office.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in insurance underwriting. Joining our underwriting support team, you'll play a key role in delivering an efficient and high-quality service to our brokers and customers while gaining valuable industry knowledge and experience.

Working with a diverse portfolio that includes charities, faith organisations, social enterprises, property owners and commercial businesses, you'll develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to progress towards a career as an Underwriter. You'll be supported by an experienced team in a collaborative environment where learning, development and career growth are encouraged.

Join a collaborative and inclusive culture that’s committed to making a difference and building a more sustainable future. Ranked amongst the UK's 15 Best Big Companies to Work For in 2025, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities within a rapidly growing, innovative Group - where all profits go to charity and good causes.

• Providing efficient and accurate administrative support across the underwriting function.

• Processing policy transactions, including renewals and mid-term adjustments, in line with agreed service standards.

• Reviewing new business submissions and directing enquiries to the appropriate team members.

• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring data is captured to a high standard.

• Supporting the delivery of excellent service to brokers and business partners, responding to enquiries and helping to resolve issues promptly.

• Taking responsibility for your own performance, acting on feedback and audit outcomes to continuously improve quality and efficiency.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure team objectives and customer expectations are met.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records and data.

• A proactive approach with a willingness to learn, develop and continuously improve.

• A customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering great service.

• Strong communication skills and confidence in building relationships with colleagues, brokers and business partners.

• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality, data protection and regulatory compliance.

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team while taking ownership of your individual responsibilities.

• Industry knowledge would be an advantage.

• Commitment to achieve CertCII within an agreed timescale.

• A competitive salary - let's discuss it

• Hybrid working

• Group Personal Pension - up to 12% employer contribution

• Generous annual bonus scheme: on-target bonus between 6% and 24%

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and a holiday buy and sell scheme

• An array of health and wellbeing benefits, including private healthcare, income protection and life assurance

• £200 annual personal grant to a charity of your choice

• Encouraged to take at least one volunteering day per year

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Full study support to gain professional qualifications

• Access to virtual GP

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

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