Underwriting Assistant

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Underwriting Assistant to support their underwriting team in Nottingham . This role provides crucial administrative and technical support, assisting underwriters in evaluating risks and processing insurance policies. You will be involved in data entry, document management, policy issuance, and liaising with brokers and clients to gather necessary information. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in the insurance industry, offering comprehensive training and development within a busy, collaborative office environment in Nottingham .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the underwriting team, including managing correspondence and filing.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of insurance policy documents.
• Enter and verify data in underwriting systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Request and collect necessary information from brokers, clients, and other sources.
• Support underwriters in risk assessment by gathering relevant data and documentation.
• Respond to basic queries from brokers and clients regarding policy status and documentation.

Requirements

• Strong administrative and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• An interest in developing a career within the insurance sector.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with regular reviews.
• Comprehensive training program designed to develop underwriting skills.
• Opportunities for career progression within the company.
• Company pension scheme and holiday entitlement.
• A supportive team environment located in the heart of Nottingham .