Administration Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Administration Assistant - Leigh-on -sea -ARD901399
We’re on the hunt for a talented Administration Assistant to join Thames Underwriting. This roles sits within the Commercial division which comprises of Commercial Combined, Property Owners, General Liability and Leisure risks. This role will provide support and assistance to Underwriters carrying out a variety of administrative tasks as required.
What you will do
This is an overview and not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
- Complete quotation and policy schedules
- Data entry and production of reports and spreadsheets.
- Completion and checking bordereaux for consistency and accuracy.
- Answering the telephone / speaking to brokers and insurers.
- Organising and maintaining diary system.
- Handle general enquiries
Who we are looking for
This is an opportunity for an organised individual with previous administration experience with a keen eye for detail who can prioritise their own workload and assist the team in managing theirs. You will be computer literate and have experience of using both Microsoft Word and Excel.
In return you will be welcomed and supported by our Ardonagh family and be joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some of the other benefits are:
- Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays
- Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family
- Pensions scheme for when you feel it’s time to retire
- 24-hour support for physical and mental wellbeing
- 1 days paid volunteering day to give back to our communities
- The Spotlight Awards, where we shine a light on the brightest talent across our group
If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check.
Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received. No Agencies please
Why not check us out on LinkedIn or speak to one of our team to find out what life’s really like with The Ardonagh Group family.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Insurance Agencies & Brokerages
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Administration Assistant roles across The Ardonagh Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Insurance Agencies & Brokerages.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,200 - £30,240 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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