Summary
Motivated, ambitious and analytical Assistant Underwriter with a natural entrepreneurial mind, comfortable in high pressure environments. Extensive experience in evaluating risk, loss potential and pricing with underwriting complex property risks. Possesses excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and international clients. Proven to have developed my own skills and industry knowledge to create a strong, successful selling technique.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Underwriter - Property Treaty
Brit Insurance
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Thorough analysis and evaluation of reinsurance submissions. Conducted risk assessments by reviewing client information, including financial statements, claim history, and other relevant documents.
- Collaborated with underwriters to determine appropriate coverage and pricing based on risk analysis.
- Prepared quotes, binders, and policy documents for insured clients.
- Assessed potential exposure, loss potential, and claims history to determine appropriate risk strategy and pricing.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including brokers, clients, and reinsurers. Always ensuring the highest level of service was maintained.
- Mentored and trained junior underwriters, providing guidance on underwriting practices and industry best practices.
- Produced reports and documents for business planning and meetings with executive committee.
- Developed a profitable book of business targeting North America, Europe and Japanese territories.
- Assisted team in doubling premium income over 5 years to create a USD$300m portfolio.
Underwriting Assistant - Property Treaty
Brit Insurance
10.2017 - 08.2021
Insurance Sales Executive
Coast Insurance
02.2015 - 10.2017
- Engaged in cross-selling and upselling sales practices to strengthen clients' insurance portfolios and increase agency's aggregate sales figures.
- Maintained top salesman of the month for 17/20 months for which I was present for, becoming the highest performing salesman in the company.
- Increased sales revenue at an average of 51% on an annual basis, compared to the targeted 20%, making our team the highest performing in the company's history.
- Was able to use prior IT knowledge to update the in house OpenGI quoting software. Including use of coding software and Microsoft excel.
Small Business Owner
Self-employed
01.2009 - 10.2019
- During my school years I entered into the electronic and computer games market. I modified gaming consoles and accessories, installing data chips and LEDs enabling me to resell the items for a substantial profit, with margins exceeding 100%.
- I then diverged into the Amazon FBA market, using a drop-shipping style business model. Creating numerous top selling items in their respective categories.
Education
Cert CII - Insurance
02.2019
A Levels - Maths, Biology And Business Management
07.2016
Skills
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Hobbies and Interests
Sport has always been a huge part of my life. I played rugby and football throughout my school years, captaining my school football team. My other passion is my cars and motorbikes - I've taken many road trips across the world, most recently the great ocean road by motorbike.
Timeline
Assistant Underwriter - Property Treaty - Brit Insurance
08.2021 - 01.2023
Underwriting Assistant - Property Treaty - Brit Insurance
10.2017 - 08.2021
Insurance Sales Executive - Coast Insurance
02.2015 - 10.2017
Small Business Owner - Self-employed
01.2009 - 10.2019
Chartered Insurance Institute - Cert CII, Insurance
Uplands Community College - A Levels, Maths, Biology And Business Management
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