Average Underwriting Analyst salary in the UK

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee Underwriting Analyst Stafford with hybrid working We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our newly created Digital E-trade Motor Underwriting team as an Underwriting Analyst.  This role will take responsibility for monitoring, reviewing and proposing amendments to commercial motor e-trade products to maximise the underwriting of new and existing business in accordance with our business plans and objectives.    The role will partner closely with our Underwriters and cross departmentally and will focus on providing MI, Data and performance analysis support for decision making and process improvement reviews.   Your new role Work closely with the Underwriting Manager and existing Portfolio Underwriter/Analysts, taking responsibility for product performance against KPI’s and business plan   Undertaking segmental analysis to understand the drivers of performance and to highlight areas of opportunity and threat within each product  Be familiar with the annual business plan for the portfolio and its context to be able to make appropriate decisions  Collaborate effectively with a range of colleagues to obtain data, agree approaches, explain conclusions, make feasible recommendations  Work with our e-trade development team to implement agreed solutions  Using data manipulation tools to develop new insights into the SME portfolio and share this with the wider business via dashboards or ad-hoc reports  Meet with external partners to discuss performance of accounts  Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency  About you Demonstrable experience in the general insurance market, with a strong preference for expertise in the motor line of business and/or e-trade environment.  Proven ability to analyse complex data sets and effectively present insights to senior stakeholders.  Strong problem-solving and quantitative skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.  Working knowledge of programming languages and analytical tools including SQL, Python, R, Power BI, and Visual Basic would be advantageous.  Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels, both directly and indirectly.  Collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement, with the ability to integrate diverse business perspectives. Why QBE? At My Best??  ?At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that’s why we have created “At My Best”. It’s our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It’s in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA.??  We’re an international insurer that’s building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We can never really predict what’s around the corner, but at QBE we’re asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future – helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.??  QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation (https://careers/flex-qbe/).?  With more than more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we’re big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind.??  To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website.?  At My Best - QBE Benefits??  You are more than your work – and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally.? FOR UK ONLY: As well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you!??  30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.?  Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.?  Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.?  Private medical insurance – we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family.??  Family friendly policies – we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent.?  Short term remote work abroad - you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad.?  Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own.? Cycle-to-Work – benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000.?  To find out more visit our? Reward Page?  QBE Awards??  Some of the award’s QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include;??  AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year?  Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer?  UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year?  Working Dads Employe

A very exciting and leading provider of bridging finance solutions currently requires a Bridging Underwriter, due its success and expansion. 3 days at home, 2 days in the office It dedicated to supporting its clients with flexible and innovative funding options. It prides itself on Its customer-centric approach and commitment to excellence. Bridging Underwriter Role Overview: It is seeking a highly skilled Senior Bridging Underwriter to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing and underwriting bridging loan applications, ensuring a thorough evaluation of risk and adherence to company policies. Your expertise will help drive our lending strategy and enhance our client relationships. Bridging Underwriter Key Responsibilities: Assess and underwrite bridging loan applications, including property valuation and borrower profiles.Conduct thorough due diligence and risk analysis on potential lending opportunities.Collaborate with the sales and operations teams to streamline the underwriting process.Provide guidance and support to junior underwriters and assist in their development.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends and regulatory changes.Prepare detailed underwriting reports and present findings to senior management.Build and maintain relationships with brokers and clients to facilitate smooth transactions. Bridging Underwriter Qualifications: Proven experience as a bridging underwriterStrong understanding of property valuation, lending criteria, and risk assessment.Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Relevant qualifications in finance, economics, or a related field are preferred. Bridging Underwriter Package: Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.Opportunity for professional growth and development.Supportive and inclusive work environment.Additional perks, such as remote work options, team events, etc.

Underwriting Assistant / Underwriting Operations Analyst - Casualty & Specialty Reinsurance, Delegated Authority, Binder Arrangements, Bordereaux Reporting, MS Excel. Stakeholder Engagement. Permanent, London/Remote (Hybrid). c£37.5k +Bonus +BenefitsUnderwriting Assistant / Underwriting Operations Analyst sought by global Reinsurance company operating primarily within the Casualty and Specialty markets within the Delegated Authority business unit.You will undertake operational support work relating to delegated authority business which will involve liaison with brokers and underwriters to support the binder arrangements and facilitate business. You will extract data from Bordereaux reports, map queries and resolutions in the biner management systems and chase overdue bordereaux reports as required.Secondly, the Underwriting Assistant / Underwriting Operations Analyst will monitor exceptions in line with the binder agreements / slips and inform various stakeholders of status and accuracy of data. You will provide this information in a variety of reports mainly using MS Excel. This may look at variances in claims received/business booked as well as wider trends and provide insightful reports as required. You will work towards your CII if you have not already secured this.This is an operational role within the insurance environment and as such we are searching for an Underwriting Assistant / Underwriting Technician / Junior Assistant Underwriter / Junior Delegated Authority Reporting Analyst. You will be comfortable liaising with both broker and underwriters, have an understanding of binder arrangements and the delegated authority process. You will be familiar with slips (pre-contract agreements) and Bordereaux reporting and be confident in your use (at intermediate level at least) with MS Excel. You will be a self-sufficient individual who possesses excellent communication skills.You may have been working in either an Insurance Underwriters, Reinsurance Company most recently or have a background in Financial Services. We are open to experience in terms of business lines but any exposure to casualty risk would be highly beneficial. You will however have worked with and understand the delegated authority business model, slips / binder agreements and bordereaux.Exceptional opportunity to join and well-respected, global reinsurance firm. City of London location. Please note that 1st stage interviews will be undertaken face-to-face with subsequent interviews completed via MS Teams.