Class Underwriter
Chaucer Group
Class Underwriter
Chaucer Group
Specialty reinsurance group providing bespoke coverage
Contribute toUnderwriting, Portfolio Management, Strategy & Planning Activitiessupporting profitableoperation of theUKCommercial Propertybookand development of colleagues.
UnderwriteUK Commercial Propertyrisksin accordance withthe agreed business plan, underwriting appetite,guidelinesand reinsurance programme.
Actively contribute to the development,implementationand delivery of the underwriting strategy for theUK Commercial Propertyportfolio.
Produce andmaintainthe business plan for review and agreement by the Divisional Head.
Own the monthly and quarterly forecasting process for theUK Commercial Propertyclass andmonitorperformance against plan.
Seek out new business opportunities and provide a full and comprehensive service to brokers and clients in relation toUK Commercial Propertybusiness.
Actively support marketing, broker relationshipactivityand client engagement for theUK Commercial Propertyteam, including travel to visit existing and potential clients asrequired.
Manage team members asrequiredand support the training, coaching and development of junior underwriting and modelling colleagues.
Liaise with local offices and relevant internal teams to support effective underwriting, exposuremanagementand portfolio management.
Develop and apply the use of modelled data to support pricing, exposure management, rating modelassessmentand portfolio decision-making.
Undertake peer review of risks asallocatedin line with risk and compliance frameworks
Take responsibility for the accuracy and upkeep of written premium data on Charisma and other relevant systems for all risks written within the area of responsibility.
Monitor statistics, claims and portfolio performance, reporting findings asrequired.
Ensure compliance with regulations, underwriting governance requirements, and relevant system/data maintenance obligations
Undertake other ad hoc duties asrequired.
People leadership – create,leadand support an inclusive environment that values individual differences and leverages diversity.
Manage the relationships with Customers,Agentsand Service Providers:
Advise,assistand service customers on insurance and risk matters to promote customers’ satisfaction
Foster positive relationships with customers andattainan understanding of their needs
Ensure that customer complaints are promptlyidentified,recordedand referred as appropriate
Ensure all required annual product review assessments are completed for departmentin a timely manner
Ensure all Chaucer Group Product Governance processes in the UCM are followed
Ensure that the principles of providing good customer outcomes and the fair treatment of customers are upheld by Agents and Service Providers.
Extensive knowledge and experience of theand UK commercial property insurance market.
Microsoft office, Excel
Leadership capability, with experience contributing to underwriting strategy and portfolio planning.
Excellent organisational skills
Excellent communication skills at all levels
Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Adaptable and able to workeffectivelyina high-pressure environment.
ACIIqualified
ABOUT US
Chaucer is a leading insurance group at Lloyd’s, the world’s specialist insurance market. We help protect industries around the world from the risks they face. Our customers include major airlines, energy companies, shipping groups, global manufacturers and property groups.
Our headquarters are in London, and we have international offices in Bermuda, Copenhagen, Dubai and Singapore to be closer to our clients across the world. To learn more about us please visit our website.
Chaucer is committed to diversity, actively values difference and respects people regardless of the protected characteristics which are outlined in the Equality Act 2010 (UK legislation) as a result of the Equal Treatment Directive 2006 (EU legislation).
A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace are core to our success as a business and integral to our winning strategy and culture. We recruit from the widest available pool of talent, and our hiring, assessment and selection process is fair, free from bias and one which ensures we select the right person for the job, based on merit. We are committed to promoting a culture that actively values difference, and recognises that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect throughout their employment.
We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles and encourage you to outline your needs during the interview process.
Specialty reinsurance group providing bespoke coverage
Chaucer is a specialty reinsurance group that works with brokers, coverholders, and clients to protect business activities worldwide, using products placed through Lloyd’s of London and company markets and shaped by a bespoke, expert-driven approach. It underwrites and structures tailored reinsurance programs, transferring risk from clients to the insurer network, with teams that design, quote, and manage policies via Lloyd’s and direct markets, backed by China Re. The company stands out through its people-centered, customized coverage and the scale and financial strength that comes from being part of the China Re Group. Its goal is to provide tailored reinsurance solutions that meet each client’s risks and needs while supporting their global activities.
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