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Axis Underwriting Assistant in London - Scalpel, United Kingdom
This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.
At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.
Job Description - Underwriting Assistant
How does this role contribute to our collective success?
An exciting opportunity within our market leading Terrorism and Political Violence team, based in London. The successful candidate will have an excellent opportunity to develop core underwriting skills by supporting all aspects of the business being underwritten and processed, through both analysis and administration.
What will you do in this role?
Assist underwriters in underwriting preparation and submission, including underwriting templates
Enter data in underwriting systems / spreadsheets
Prepare daily logs recording underwriting activity
Check details of underwriting in daybook entries and ensure appropriate underwriting signing
Assist in the completion of reports (e.g. company / industry / market profiles, risk reports) and ensure timely distribution to relevant individuals
Liaise with other departments on various issues, e.g. premium queries, bookings, etc
Assist underwriters to liaise and correspond with brokers
Assist in all other general underwriting administration and processing functions to ensure efficient workflow within the team
Maintaining files and documents both manually and electronically to ensure the company complies at all times with the regulatory environment
Any other reasonable requests made by management
You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.
About You:
We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.
What you need to have:
Recent Graduate or School Leaver with an interest in world affairs, economics, and politics
Strong quantitative, qualitative and analytical skills
What we prefer you to have:
Relevant computer skills, including competence with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office systems together with the ability to learn how to use bespoke industry programmes including risk modelling software
The ability to effectively manage high levels of work, to have good organisational and time management skills
Strong communication both oral and written and good team working skills together with a strong work ethic
Language skills, experience in financial services or insurance exposure are all considered advantageous but not essential
Role Factors:
In this role, you will typically be required to:
Be in the office 3 days per week
What we offer:
You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.