Career Returner Underwriter
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15 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We understand that career breaks happen for many reasons and we value the skills and perspectives you bring. This role offers a supportive environment designed to help you transition smoothly and thrive.
As an Underwriter youll play a vital role in assessing and managing risk supporting business growth and building relationships with brokers and internal teams. Well provide the training and support you need to develop the skills and confidence to price risk effectively while working closely with senior leaders to shape our portfolio and future.
If you bring strong analytical thinking problem-solving ability and a talent for building relationships youll find these skills invaluable as you grow into the role.
What Youll Do
Explore opportunities to deliver underwriting excellence including:
Assessing and evaluating risks to ensure profitable growth.
Supporting the development of underwriting strategies and pricing models.
Collaborating with brokers and internal teams to identify new business opportunities.
Preparing and reviewing documentation for quotes renewals and endorsements.
Contributing to projects and initiatives such as digital transformation and ESG.
Your Key Responsibilities
Build relationships with brokers and internal stakeholders to drive engagement.
Analyse data and market trends to inform underwriting decisions.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal governance standards.
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for management and regulatory purposes.
Support portfolio reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in networking and industry events to strengthen market presence (optional)
What Were Looking For
Previous experience in underwriting or a related insurance role.
A willingness to re-ignite your analytical and decision-making skills.
Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
Competent IT skills and willingness to learn new systems (refresher training provided).
A positive proactive mindset and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
Passion for delivering high-quality service and contributing to team success.
Why Join Us
A supportive environment that values diverse experiences and career journeys.
Opportunities to work with senior leaders and influence underwriting strategy.
Training and mentoring to refresh your skills and build confidence.
Flexible working options to help you balance work and life.
Whats in it for you
Were open to flexible working requirements for all of these roles and offer benefits & support such as:
25 days holiday (prorated for the FTC)
Private medical cover for you and your family
Private dental insurance
Worldwide travel insurance
Pension scheme
Vitality wellbeing benefits
My Family Care for emergency childcare and eldercare
High street discounts and reduced gym memberships
Are you ready to play your part
Choose Apply Now to fill out our short application so that we can find out more about you.
Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion colour national origin sex gender gender expression sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful. Please contact us via email at or call us at 0 to request any accommodations that may be needed. This includes any alternative formats of any documents or information on how to apply offline.
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Key Skills
- Loan Processing
- Computer Skills
- Fraud
- Math
- Banking
- Pricing
- Analysis Skills
- Fair Housing Regulations
- Underwriting
- Financial Analysis
- negotiation
- Phone Etiquette
