Assistant Underwriter - Cyber & Tech E&O

Support the Cyber & Tech E&O underwriting team, as well as working collaboratively with the various analytical functions at Ki

Prepare pricing information for Underwriters ahead of facility/binder renewals, referring to underwriting and actuarial as appropriate, and leveraging traditional actuarial and machine learning approaches to support Ki’s model.

Maintain key broker relationships in conjunction with Underwriting. Liaising with brokers/clients on queries and feeding information back internally.

Establish and maintain knowledge of internal controls and all procedures relating to underwriting. Ensuring that business is being carried out within underwriting control framework and approved business plan, subject to individual authorisation levels, referring to the Portfolio Underwriter as appropriate.

Work cross-functionally with other team members to identify and implement opportunities for streamlining underwriting process, including better data capture and improved portfolio insights.

Execute & deliver Ki’s underwriting and distribution strategies.

Take an active role in managing the triage and engagement on Ki’s renewal portfolio, by leading (or co-leading) weekly pod meetings with a demonstrated understanding of Ki’s strategy and appetite, to help identify business priority workstreams.

To include:

Triage and identification of opportunities using the client relationship management tool (Salesforce) to facilitate the creation of bespoke strategy and engagement plans.

Maintenance, co-ordination and delivery of broker communications.

Support Broking houses with new platform releases, broker onboarding, and platform demos.

Ensure that broker feedback and requests are effectively recorded and referred to the Underwriters to drive continuous improvements to Ki’s products and services.

Support in regular Portfolio Trading updates and portfolio retros to ensure key senior stakeholders are updated and satisfied with direction and performance.

Coaching, development and support of early-career or less-experienced team members, providing guidance and sharing of market knowledge.

Recording & Reporting - Assist the Portfolio Underwriters and Underwriters in ensuring that recording and reporting of relevant information is done within regulatory boundaries.

Regulatory Issues - Ensure that all risks are written within regulatory guidelines, and any breaches from policies are effectively escalated in a timely manner.

Work cross-functionally with other team members to support the delivery of new revenue opportunities and product development for Ki.

Work on company-wide projects, developing an understanding of the development, algorithm, and engineering teams.

Support on ad hoc projects as required

Initial recruiter screening call

Interview with hiring manager

Technical Interview (this may vary depending on the role)

Values Interview