Apprentice Geo Agriculture
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Position Overview & Specifications
Apprentice Geo Agriculture - Harrogate - ARDKK856423
We’re on the hunt for an Apprentice Underwriting Assistant to join us on a new apprenticeship scheme. We are pleased to now be able to invite applications for this role, so whether you are looking to start your career in insurance or already have some experience this could be for you!
Modern apprenticeships are an excellent way of gaining recognised qualifications in a regulated industry and will support you no matter your current knowledge or experience. Whether you are taking your first steps into a new role or you have experience and are looking for your next career move, Geo Agriculture’s Apprenticeship Programme has a career pathway to suit your level.
So what does an Underwriting Assistant do?
This is an overview and not an exhaustive list of responsibilities
- Preparation and production of client records
- Preparation, production, and delivery of policy renewal invitations
- Checking Third Party databases and accurately recording results
- Production of management information reports and creating outputs for the business
- Distribution of policy administration system-based post and emails and handling and directing telephone calls
- At least 20% of the working week to be allocated to apprenticeship studies
What are we looking for
- Someone with a comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Ideally you will have farm knowledge/ background and you want to get into the Insurance Industry
- It would be great if you will have an awareness of the underwriting cycle and are looking to develop specialist underwriting knowledge in a supported environment, but this is not essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and organise personal workloads
- Excellent written verbal and numerical skills
- Highly organised with a focus on objectives, priorities, and deliverables
All of our apprenticeship programmes include extensive training and support as you build your knowledge and skills and progress towards formal qualifications.
When you join one of our apprenticeship programmes you will be welcomed and supported by Geo Underwriting part of the Ardonagh family. You will also be joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing.
Some of the benefits are:
- Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays
- Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family
- Gain CII or ACII qualifications to boost your knowledge and career prospects
- 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
So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and one of our team will be in touch.
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 Apprentice Geo Agriculture 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 £37,969 - £61,054 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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