Role Summary
To provide underwriting and development support. To lead with underwriting on our Farm products. To provide a professional and comprehensive underwriting and administration service within the business, with a strong emphasis on underwriting, customer service and Broker development.
Roles & Responsibilities
Underwriting / Development
Develop, negotiate and support the underwriting of new business/renewals within our own authority and in line with our Farm strategy
Control and underwrite the Farm's new business and renewal book within the authority and in line with the strategy
Plan, prioritise and manage individual own work to deliver agreed objectives and meet SLAs to deliver exceptional customer service
Regular calls or visits to broker offices to develop the brokers’ accounts / make iFarm & iSure the Insurer/MGA of choice for the broker
Help review current products and make sure they are market-leading whilst also delivering underwriting profits
Bring new products to the market and develop the underwriting guide and rates needed.
Liaise with brokers daily, answering incoming telephone calls and chasing brokers for any additional information required and service all back office duties
Lead development meetings with Key Brokers and focus on growing broker accounts
Review online journey and make recommendations around efficiencies
Support with Policy Issuance
Compliance
Establish and maintain knowledge of internal controls and all procedures relating to underwriting.
Understand and operate within the regulatory framework and identify and escalate any risks to the business
Ensure you uphold the Central Bank of Irelands Consumer Protection Code
Undertake training relevant to the role
Education & Qualifications
Knowledge & Experience
Ability to manage own time, meet deadlines and prioritise work
Attention to detail, numerate and accurate
Able to communicate effectively with others
Organised and methodical approach to work and problem-solving
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Aptitude
Outcome-focused, self-motivated, enthusiastic
Team worker with the ability to work on their own initiative
Professional approach to relationships