Underwriting Assistant, Renewable Energy - London, United Kingdom - AXIS Insurance

AXIS Insurance
AXIS Insurance
Verified Company
London, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Tom O´Connor

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This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital - a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people.

We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves.

This means that we bring our whole selves to work.


MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE:


The role supports the Underwriting team and Unit Head to provide administrative support both in London and the US, while gaining an understanding into the role of an Underwriter.


KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Underwriting Support Administration

  • Assist underwriters in underwriting preparation and submission, including underwriting templates.
  • Enter data in underwriting systems / spreadsheets.
  • Prepare daily logs recording underwriting activity.
  • Check details of underwriting in daybook entries and ensure appropriate underwriting signing.
  • Assist in the completion of reports (e.g. company / industry / market profiles, risk reports) and ensure timely distribution to relevant individuals.
  • Liaise with other departments on various issues, e.g. premium queries, bookings, etc.
  • Assist underwriters to liaise and correspond with brokers.
  • Assist in the budget reporting process.
  • Assist in all other general underwriting administration and processing functions to ensure efficient workflow within the team.
File Maintenance and Compliance

  • Maintain all files and documents both manually and electronically.
General and Ad Hoc Administration and Support

  • Including, but not limited to, filing, photocopying, scanning etc.
  • Assist with regulatory and adhoc administration as required.
  • Any other reasonable requests made by management.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

  • Prior Underwriting Assistant experience is advantageous, but not essential.
  • General level of knowledge of insurance.

OTHER DESIRED SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Knowledge of basic office software systems and spreadsheets.
  • Microsoft Office including proficiency in Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
  • Ability to follow processes and procedures.
  • Ability to build trust by operating with integrity and professionalism.
  • Organisation and time management skills.
  • Ideally fluent in Spanish.
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