Delegated Authority Underwriter - International General Liability

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Chaucergroup · London, UK

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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.

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Delegated Authority Underwriter - International General Liability Job summary To underwrite and manage a profitable International General Liability book. Main duties Support the Head of Intl GL in writing a profitable International General Liability book focused on Delegated Authority business Take responsibility for part of the International General Liability class of business including monitoring and oversight of Delegated Authority business Support the production of a business plan for review and agreement by Divisional Head Input into the monthly and quarterly forecasting process for the International General Liability class Underwrite in accordance with underwriting authority and the business plan Seek out new business opportunities through liaison with brokers and clients Review of new and renewal risks including slip analyses, perform rating/benchmark analyses and undertake premium monitoring Liaise with brokers and develop good working relationships with broking and support teams Liaise with other business areas within Chaucer as required, including credit control, claims, internal risk review, actuarial etc. Use market, industry and other sources to enhance awareness of technical factors and developments relevant to portfolio underwriting and the Int GL market in general Peer Review of Delegated Authority business as allocated under the peer review selection criteria and responsibility matrix as set out in the Underwriting Manual. Responsibility for the accuracy and upkeep of written premium data on Charisma and other systems for all risks written within the area of responsibility Work closely with the Delegated Authority Centre of Excellence as a focal point for Delegated Authority business Prepare reports and statistical information as required by senior management Assist in the continuous assessment of rating and benchmarking models Travel to visit existing and potential clients as required Ensure compliance with and maintenance of Group systems Compliance with Lloyd's and CIC regulations and byelaws Regulatory responsibilities Manage the relationships with Customers, Agents and Service Providers: Ensure that the principles of Treating Customers Fairly are upheld by Agents and Service Providers. Ensure that the brokers, cedants and coverholders are vetted and approved by Compliance and TOBAs in place prior to engaging and/or writing business with. Our requirements Relevant experience Delegated Authority Underwriting background Minimum of 5 years working within the Lloyds insurance environment Desirable elevant experience in Casualty International Liability Insurance or related classes and knowledge of the London and Lloyd's markets Technical skills Essential MS Office - including Excel & Word Relevant insurance platform experience - PPL & Whitespace Comfortable with using in-house underwriting management systems A detailed understanding of fundamental insurance/reinsurance concepts, MRC slip standards, contract certainty requirements, market standard model clauses (NMA, LMA, LSW model endorsements & exclusions), and class-specific terms and conditions Education & Experience Desirable ACII qualified or working towards achieving associateship. Personal skills Professional outlook Flexible at all times Very good interpersonal skills Excellent organisational skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise at all levels Work as part of a team Adapt to a pressured environment

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