Assistant Underwriter

Sompo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance provider in Manchester is seeking an experienced Underwriter with at least 2 years of Property Insurance Underwriting experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal abilities. You will work both independently and as part of a team, adapting to changing business requirements. This role offers expansive health and wellness benefits, along with generous retirement and savings plans.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Generous Retirement & Savings Plans

Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years Property Insurance Underwriting experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly analytical with excellent logic and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Organize efficiently and work under pressure.
• Adapt to changing business requirements.

Skills

Property Insurance Underwriting experience

Interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in MS Office

Job description

**Location:** This position will be based out of our **Manchester** office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.* Minimum of 2 years Property Insurance Underwriting experience* Strong interpersonal and communication skills - articulate and influential* Able to work independently under their own initiative and as a part of a close-knit team* Highly analytical with excellent logic and critical thinking skills* Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize efficiently* Strong work ethic with an ability to operate effectively under pressure* Flexible approach and ability to recognize and adapt to changing business requirements* Strong numeracy and communication skills (both verbal and written)* Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)* Confident and self-driven and enjoy working to deadlines and targets* Expansive Health & Wellness Benefits* Generous Retirement & Savings Plans* Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance## We are Sompo, a global provider of commercial and consumer property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance. Building on the 130 years of innovation of our parent company, Sompo Holdings, Inc., Sompo employs approximately 9,500 people around the world who use their in-depth knowledge and expertise to help simplify and resolve your complex challenges. Because when you choose Sompo, you choose **The Ease of ExpertiseTM**.## ## “Sompo” refers to the brand under which Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based holding company, together with its consolidated subsidiaries, operates its global property and casualty (re)insurance businesses. Sompo International Holdings Ltd. is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Sompo Holdings, Inc., one of the leading property and casualty groups in the world with excellent financial strength as evidenced by ratings of A+ (Superior) from A.M. Best (XV size category) and A+ (Strong) from Standard & Poor’s. Shares of Sompo Holdings, Inc. are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.## ## To learn more please follow us on or visit .