Underwriting Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
This role includes responsibilities such as underwriting, as well as assisting in the underwriting in accordance with the Head of Intellectual Property’s instructions in respect of premiums, terms and conditions which are set in order to secure the planned underwriting profits. You will ensure that the Divisions underwriting guidelines in terms of both line size and aggregate exposures are adhered to at all times and you will understand market cycles and trends to ensure maintenance of profit. The role also involves establishing and developing business relationships with the Division’s intermediaries, agents, and business partners in order to secure business portfolios for the Division that meet with the Business Plans, and which are effectively handled to reduce the risk of mal administration in the distribution process.
The successful candidate will be working towards ACII or will have a willingness to start, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office. You must also be up to date on industry developments within insurance and the appropriate area of expertise and you will also be fully aware of compliance and regulatory issues. The successful candidate will be a team player, providing support to other members of staff and will take ownership of customer issues when required to.
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 Carriers
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Underwriting Assistant roles across Tokio Marine Kiln Insurance Services Limited'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 Carriers.
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 £35,426 - £78,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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