We have an exciting opportunity to join our Underwriting Team as a Motor Trade Underwriter!
At Covéa Insurance were all about protecting what matters most - whether its your home your car or your business. With our award-winning customer service and a wide range of insurance products were here to make a real difference.
This is a hybrid position combining the best of both worlds - working from home and spending time in our Birmingham Manchester or Halifax office.
This is more than just a job - its a chance to grow develop and be part of something great.
What are the core responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with a defined group of brokers while developing new regional broker connections.
- Apply Coveas technical underwriting rates and criteria accurately across all risks referring cases beyond authority to senior underwriters.
- Contribute to Coveas annual financial plan by managing renewals mid-term adjustments (MTAs) and handling new business enquiries.
- Deliver high-quality service through efficient processing and administration of commercial combined renewals and MTAs.
- Uphold agreed service levels for internal and external customers while maintaining accurate audit trails in Covea systems.
- Stay current on commercial property and liability markets regional broking trends and relevant legislation or litigation impacting underwriting.
What youll need to succeed:
- Strong knowledge of general insurance underwriting principles with the ability to accurately process propertybiased risks and escalate when required.
- Proven experience in building and maintaining effective relationships with both internal teams and external brokers.
- Solid awareness of market trends legal developments and industry changes impacting commercial insurance.
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) combined with strong problemsolving abilities prioritisation and deadline management.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail supported by strong PC and systems proficiency; proactive and innovative in approach.
- Professionally qualified to A Level standard (minimum Grade C in Maths & English GCSE) with CII progression preferred.
Not sure if you tick every box Thats okay!
At Covéa we know that great people dont always meet every single requirement listed in a job ad. If this role excites you and you think you could be a good fit wed love to hear from you - so go ahead and apply! Were all about building a diverse inclusive team where everyone can thrive.
Why join us
- Flexible working 36.25 hours a week with flexitime & hybrid options
- Annual pay review plus performance bonuses (up to 30% depending on level)
- Generous holidays 2527 days bank holidays with buy/sell options
- Pension perks 7.5% employer contribution rising to 9% with your input
- A culture where everyone belongs were committed to diversity equity & inclusion with real action employee-led community groups and ongoing learning to make Covéa a place where everyone can thrive
- Mental & financial support through our dedicated Wellbeing group
- Career growth training qualifications & apprenticeships to help you thrive
- Health & wellbeing private medical cover 24/7 Virtual GP health checks flu jabs & more
- Drive in style Tusker Car Scheme with fully maintained insured vehicles
- Extra savings gym discounts Cycle to Work and retail offers via Perkpal
- And much more!
Excited about this opportunity So are we!
Apply today and be part of our journey.
As a Disability Confident Employer were committed to fair and accessible recruitment. If you need any adjustments support or alternative application options during the Recruitment process then please reach out to Megan Barraclough or one of our Team at
Applicants must currently reside in the United Kingdom and possess full and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role.
Salary:
Up to 43000
Working hours:
36.25