Underwriting Assistant

A newly created senior role is available for a Personal Lines Pricing Manager within a newly formed Pricing & Analytics team, designed to centralise and strengthen pricing capabilities. This is for a UK-based specialist underwriting business focused on motor and home insurance operates as part of a larger global insurance group. It offers a range of niche consumer and commercial products, including standard and non-standard cover, and generates over £300 million in annual gross written premium. Backed by increased investment, the pricing team will play a key role in supporting future business growth.   With more than six decades of experience, the company has grown steadily by combining responsive service, underwriting expertise, and strong broker distribution partnerships. Its performance and reputation have been recognised through multiple industry awards and consistently high ratings in broker surveys over several consecutive years.   The role focuses on developing, implementing, and refining pricing strategies across personal lines products. It is hands-on and closely integrated with underwriting, actuarial, and claims teams to ensure pricing is competitive, compliant, and aligned with commercial goals.   Key responsibilities Pricing strategy & execution Pricing models & tools Performance monitoring & insight Stakeholder partnership Governance & compliance   Essential requirements Strong experience in UK Personal Lines Motor insurance – in addition, specialist motor and household experience is highly advantageous Proven hands-on capability in pricing model development and rate optimisation Excellent numerical and analytical skills, and commercial mindset Strong interpersonal, stakeholder management and communication / presentation skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders Familiarity with range of pricing tools such from Radar/Emblem to R, Python and Excel Degree-level qualification in a numerate discipline Evidence of ability and appetite to succeed in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving growth business. Hybrid working model with offices across East London, Suffolk, and the South East of England.

I’m currently recruiting for an Insurance Risk role, offering the opportunity to work at the heart of risk oversight and strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include: • Identifying, assessing, and monitoring key financial risks across underwriting, reserving, capital, investment, and liquidity • Providing independent risk oversight by challenging methodologies, assumptions, controls, and governance, and recommending improvements • Supporting the development and execution of risk frameworks, including stress and scenario testing across financial risk areas • Producing regular and ad hoc financial risk reporting, including regulatory submissions and senior committee materials If this sounds of interest, or you’d like to learn more, feel free to get in touch.  tyler-rose.kellaway@arthur.co.uk

Underwriting Analyst – Credit 📍 London | Full-time We’re hiring an entry-level Underwriting Analyst to support a Credit insurance portfolio in a fast-paced environment. This is a great opportunity for a graduate or someone from a banking/finance background looking to move into insurance. Key responsibilities: Process premiums, claims, and bordereaux data Support credit control and resolve queries Assist with reconciliations and financial processes Coordinate with internal and offshore teams Liaise with stakeholders including brokers and underwriters Requirements: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and organisation High attention to detail Proficiency in Excel To be considered, apply today!