Assistant Underwriting Governance Specialist

Location:
Guildford/hybrid
Salary : Dep on exp + annual bonus + benefits
Who we are
Allianz is a global insurance company serving across 70 different countries, but from the very first day you join our team you'll know that your contributions are valued. We offer world class learning and career development opportunities, while we celebrate an inclusive culture.
Role Description
Would you like the opportunity to work in Insurance or move into a different type of Insurance Role? This role will allow you to do just that - as a member of the
Underwriting Services team , you will be providing and supporting a comprehensive range of governance processes across Commercial lines collaborating with other business functions, giving you the ability to learn and develop your knowledge of Underwriting and Governance, Documentation and Audit & Inspection activity.
In joining this team, you will play a pivotal role in providing assurances that the underwriting business operates effectively and in accordance with agreed rules and frameworks, as well as playing a part in improving the oversight processes and control frameworks.
This would be suited to someone who is looking to start a career in Insurance or looking to move into a different Insurance function which will allow them to build networks and foster collaboration across the various business functions, whilst keeping the customer at the heart of what we do.
Key Responsibilities
As an Underwriting Governance Specialist you will be involved in a wide range of activities, this will range from Technical documentation changes through to Underwriting governance activities over a set period of time. As the regulatory environment continues to evolve in line with Legal and Regulatory change, the role demands the ability to adapt and embrace new challenges, new ways of working and ensure new regulations are incorporated and adhered to.
You will work as part of a team that sits within the wider Allianz Commercial area so you will benefit from exposure to a wide variety of different functions, teams and individuals. Some of your responsibilities will include:
Working with other areas of the business to ensure that underwriting controls are in place and signed off by the correct business function which include but is not limited to
Managing documentation changesupdating underwriting and strategy guides,updating our Commercial Intranet pagescreating and updating authority documents,underwriting file review logging and follow upconduct risk logging and chasing
Deal with referrals on the internal underwriting framework and SanctionsSupporting the Technical Wording Framework and associated toolsEnsuring Underwriting Governance is appropriate, understood, embedded and adhered to across the underwriting disciple. Cascade changes into the business and support implementationWorking with the team to produce reports and MI for key stakeholders to provide insight on the various Underwriting Governance topicsWorking collaborative with the wider business to provide support and advice on Underwriting GovernanceAd hoc Project work.Creating a strong internal network and use influence to bring about business change, as well as supporting any projects and change programmes
About You
This role would suit someone who is looking to move into a role within the Insurance Sector or someone who has a background in either underwriting or operations and who is looking for a role with a difference and looking to develop your insurance career, full training and support will be providedWillingness to learn and developUnderwriting/Governance/Compliance knowledge or background - not essentialEffective communicator, ability to build Strong relationships at all levels and the ability to work as part of a teamStrong attention to detail and high level of accuracyExperience of managing multiple tasks with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, work under pressure to meet deadlines, be proactive and able to manage and prioritise your own workloads.Ability to adapt to changes and embrace new challengesPC literate with a good knowledge of Word and Excel and other Microsoft O365 packages
What we will offer you
Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from- so you can pick a package that's perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That's on top of enjoying all the benefits you'd expect from the world's number one insurance brand, including:
Annual bonus scheme24 days holiday plus bank holidaysContributory pension schemeLife coverGroup Income ProtectionFlexible buy/sell holiday optionsFlexible working arrangementsA discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and petRetail discounts
Our ways of working
Do you need some flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it's right for our customers, our business and for you, then we'll do everything we can to make it happen.
Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.
Our Purpose and Values
We secure your future
Be Brave | With Heart | Everyone Counts | Inspiring Trust
Our purpose and values are more than just words on a website - they are the why and how of Allianz. They influence everything we do and guide us how to do it. Created by our people, for our people, they shape our culture, bring us together, and inspire us to be the best. Building an inclusive culture for us all to succeed.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Allianz, we value diversity and inclusion and back this up with our accreditations. Allianz is EDGE certified for gender inclusion, members of the Women in Finance Charter, members of the Stonewall Diversity Champion programme, signatories of Business in the Community's Race at Work Charter, and an Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer.
We have a range of employee networks focusing on gender inclusion, cultural diversity, LGBTQIA+, disability and long term health conditions (including neurodiversity), intergenerational and life stages, parents and carers, mental wellbeing, menopause support and armed forces and veterans, all supporting you to bring your best and authentic self to work.
Join us - let's care for tomorrow