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    Senior Underwriter - London, United Kingdom - Allied World

    Allied World
    Allied World London, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, AG, through its subsidiaries and brand known as Allied World, is a global provider of innovative property, casualty and specialty insurance and reinsurance solutions.

    At Allied World we have over 1,600 talented and loyal employees working in 25 offices globally who service clients throughout the world. We are focused on providing superior customer service and creative risk solutions, building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships. Our employees share our passion for progress and success, and we are looking for talented committed people to join our team.

    As a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. and a Lloyds syndicate, we are situated in the heart of the London insurance market and benefit from a wealth of experience setting us apart from our competitors on the cutting edge of innovation.

    Based in the Walkie Talkie building at 20 Fenchurch Street, our office is based on the 19th floor, providing fantastic views across London. With just under 200 employees in London we pride ourselves on our warm and welcoming culture, with regular learning opportunities and support to achieve your career goals.

    Allied World is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to an individual's race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, age, genetic information, or disability status.

    The successful candidate's primary responsibility will be to handle low to medium value claims across our First Party Lines of business (Construction, Property, Marine, Bespoke along with some Aviation run off) which includes UK, European and International business. There will also be an opportunity to work with and be mentored by our senior members of the team through learning and development opportunities and where possible providing support on some large / complex losses within in the First Party book.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • of the Allied World Real Estate/Property owners portfolio exploring opportunities with our existing partners and establishing new relationships
    • extensive account analysis according to underwriting guidelines to include thorough review of underwriting application/submission, consideration of risk management protocols, research via on-line services and other available resources and liaising with other Company departments to establish full understanding of risk exposures and completion of underwriting (pricing) worksheets.
    • referrals (as required) with the relevant AW contact
    • for timely and correct issuance of bound polices.
    • closely with the wider Commercial Division and contribute to the formation of overall strategy / business plans and the execution thereof.
    • with actuarial support to develop premium benchmarking and pricing models, with development of account pricing/recommendations.
    • of quotes, binders and invoices in accordance with company guidelines.
    • receipt of and review of outstanding information to ensure consistency with the terms and conditions agreed at binding.
    • for the maintenance of underwriting files in an orderly manner and in accordance with the underwriting guidelines.
    • of work to Underwriters as deemed appropriate and responsible for the professional development and training of assigned team members or direct reports if and where applicable.
    • — attend client/broker meetings, lunches, dinners and other social outings as applicable. Meet with key brokers regularly to discuss production, service and other topics relative to division operation
    • industry conferences and seminars as appropriate.

    Requirements & Experience:

    • 5 - 7 years demonstrable experience underwriting commercial combined or property business
    • analytical skills and solid knowledge of pricing & actuarial models and methods
    • be highly articulate, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills – required for daily liaison with clients and brokers including delivering effective presentations and building strong working relationships.
    • marketing and business development capability – commercial acumen, ability to influence and negotiate to various levels of seniority, internally and externally.
    • computer literate within MS office applications and an advanced level proficiency using underwriting systems
    • approach to work, strong organization skills; capable of dealing with tight reporting dealing and conflicting priorities
    • team player with collaborative outlook – coaching approach to the development of more junior members of the team.

    Our Benefits:

    • Hybrid working
    • Fantastic location, on the 19th floor of the Walkie Talkie/Sky Garden building
    • Breakfast in the office
    • Employee Share scheme
    • Regular learning opportunities for professional development
    • Competitive annual leave allowances
    • Private Medical & Dental insurance
    • Group Life Assurance
    • Income protection
    • Discretionary Annual Bonus
    • Generous employer pension contributions
    • Gym subsidy
    • Regular social events

    All of Allied World's rated insurance and reinsurance subsidiaries are rated A by A.M. Best Company, A by Standard & Poor's, and A2 by Moody's, and our Lloyd's Syndicate 2232 is rated A+ by Standard & Poor's and AA- by Fitch. Allied World is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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