Underwriting Assistant - Fine Art Job in London

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Underwriting Assistant – Fine Art Job in London

Job Description
The Role

Underwriting Assistant – Fine Art and High Net Worth

London office (hybrid working available)

£ Competitive + Bonus and Benefits.

Are you looking for an opportunity for the next step in you career within Insurance? Do you have a clear interest in Art from your studies or personal interests?

We have an excellent opportunity for an Underwriting Assistant to join the our Fine Art and High Net Worth team as we continue to grow and expand our specialty insurance book here at HDI Global Specialty with fantastic career prospects for your career development and long-term progression.

We are looking form a bright, enthusiastic and hardworking individual who has a keen interest in art to join our growing team and work closely with our Head of Fine Art.

If you are looking to take the next step in your career then this opportunity may be for you!

What you'll be doing

1. Underwriting Support and Administration

Carry out timely, accurate and efficient entry of data into underwriting and accumulation management systems (eNora, Re7 and FEM);
Transferral of underwriting information and correspondence into document management system (Doxis);
Reporting and submission of data to third parties (e.g. reinsurers, terrorism pools, group actuaries);
Diarising and chasing new business and renewals;
Ad hoc technical & processing support to underwriters including enquiry, policy & exposure data and report running;
Ensure appropriate workflow process is adhered to from quote-to-bind;
Provide technical information / support to other departments if required.2. Managing Relationships

Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with brokers through clear and courteous communication;
Handle calls and enquiries efficiently;
Provide professional and courteous service and support to colleagues and clients3. Data Integrity

Ensure that all entries are accurate and resolve any queries from the Data Control team;
Implement and maintain process controls to ensure the quality of your output. Document and follow the control processes and ensure any issues identified are addressed3. Process Improvement

Make suggestions for process improvements within your role4. Credit Control

Work with the Technical Accounting team to ensure accuracy of payments and swift resolution of any statement queriesWhat we are looking for?

Communicating and Influencing

Excellent inter-personal skills. Must be able to communicate clearly and confidently, verbally and in writing. Positively impacts the actions and decisions of other stakeholders through a high level of engagement. Shares relevant information at all times.

Problem solving

Able to identify causal links. Uses a variety of tools/techniques to break down complex issues and spots trends, patterns and interdependencies between issues. Identifies and assesses business risks and is pragmatic when developing solutions.

Delivery and Accountability

Is accountable for own delivery to support the overall Branch priorities and objectives. Identifies roadblocks that might impact delivery and remains accountable for their performance.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

Makes use of ideas and adapts to change by trying out new approaches and solutions. Discusses ideas with others and suggests better ways of working. Makes process improvements to own area of work.

Developing Capability

Is aware of their own development needs and asks for support in driving performance. Ensures regulatory training and professional development requirements are up to date.

Customer Focus

Shows an interest in and maintains professionalism with customers. Responds to immediate needs in line with regulatory and legal requirements and follows through on enquiries, requests or complaints.

Teamworker

Builds rapport quickly with people, listens and is open to their ideas. Makes others feel comfortable and considers the impact of their behaviour on others.

About Us

Avencia Consulting are an RPO who provide a recruitment service to our client HDI Global Specialty.

HDI Global Specialty SE is a wholly-owned subsidiary of HDI Global SE and is part of the Talanx Group. HDI Global Specialty SE offers specialty insurance solutions to industrial clients, and products through delegated authorities and other sectors. HDI Global Specialty has been operational since 1980 (through various guises). The UK branch focuses its efforts on underwriting activities for the two main business streams; Delegated Authority and Single Risk business. The specialty lines of business include errors & omissions liability insurance, directors' and officers' liability insurance (D&O), legal expenses insurance, sports and entertainment, aviation, offshore energy and animal insurance.

We want to be the best insurer in the specialty classes, recognised for our expertise, ability to provide solutions and service excellence to our clients and business partners, whilst being a place where talented people want to work.

What next?

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Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Location: London
Category: Accounting/Financial/Insurance
City: London
County: London
Country: United Kingdom
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