UK Financial Controller
About us
Since Aspen was founded in 2002, we have become a leading, diversified specialty insurance and reinsurance company. We respond thoughtfully and creatively to find the best outcomes for our clients and business partners through carefully-tailored solutions.
We believe the way we work is just as important as the work we do, and we are guided by our core values of respect, honesty, trust and professionalism.
Aspen is a great place to develop your career offering an exciting and challenging environment where achievement is rewarded.
The role
To assist in managing the production and delivery of accurate, meaningful and timely financial information for the UK & Lloyd’s entities within Aspen in accordance with agreed standards and deadlines. Assist in providing leadership to the UK and Syndicate finance teams (onshore and offshore) and deliver a high quality service to Aspen’s business activities. Our Aspen Values are expected to be reflected in the delivery and performance of every role.
Key accountabilities
Strategy And Planning
• Awareness of and contribution to the delivery of the UK and Syndicate business plans, making decisions as appropriate
• Assist in the Oversight of the Lloyd’s regulatory reporting function (QMB, QSR, Trust funds etc.)
• Production of financial statements for the Lloyd’s entities
• Production of CFO pack and board deliverables where required for UK and Lloyd’s
• Contribute and participate in all relevant meetings, in order to share and develop strategy, knowledge and best practice
Policy, Process and Procedures
• Full understanding and monitoring of Lloyd’s Conduct Risk Minimum Standards, controls, operational requirements and Lloyd’s charges
• Provide support to the Lloyd’s capital joint operations team (FAL)
• Contribute to the production and filing of the Lloyd’s SBF
• Supporting projects (Cash flow etc.) and any other changes
Environmental Awareness/Customer Focus
• Establish, develop and strengthen relationships with stakeholders internal and external parties to maximise influence and achieve business objectives
• Assist in the management of UK and Syndicate finance teams processes and controls including SOX
• Manage the UK and Syndicate Off shore team
Skills & experience
Knowledge And Experience
• Strong business process and control knowledge with an ability to use this knowledge to contribute to the UK syndicate finance strategy
• Knowledge of operations in London Market insurance companies
• Understanding of Syndicate reporting and accounting processes
• Understanding of Lloyd’s regulatory environment essential
• Qualified accountant ACA/ACCA, with significant number of years post qualified experience
• Significant Lloyds Syndicate experience (non-life insurance)
• Worked in an onshore and outsourced finance model with successful work experience with outsourced parties
• Track record of delivery in a transformational culture
• Experience in facilitating and encouraging teamwork and developing people
• Ability to think strategically with the confidence to challenge and influence
Other
At Aspen we know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce is good for our people, good for our business and good for the environments in which we operate. We therefore welcome applications from people which allows us to draw on diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences.
Commercial Insurance Account Executive
The Role: -
We have a fantastic opportunity to join our business as a Commercial Insurance Account Executive.
You will be focused on developing and growing a book of commercial insurance business.
This is a perfect role for an experienced insurance professional with 4+ years’ working as an account executive.
You will work within an established team that offers an unrivalled back-office support function that will allow you the time and focus to organically grow and develop your existing book of business.
It is an incredibly exciting time to be joining the business as we see our revenue increase year on year, through acquisition alongside strong organic growth.
Responsibilities: -
You will be able to…
• Demonstrate your self-motivated, hardworking nature to meet and exceed growth targets.
• Drive quality, consistency and accuracy in all aspects of your role.
• Achieve and maintain a high level of client service whilst always promoting exceptional customer care standards.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with your client base and ensure expert advice is given in all areas of business.
• Demonstrate excellent client retention skills.
• Ensure accuracy, efficiency and professionalism when dealing with both client and insurer.
Experience: -
• 4 Years+ working in situ as an Account Executive.
• Growing own book of business by 8%-15%+ year on year.
• Experience in building portfolios of existing clients to maximise the income opportunities for the business.
• A strong commercial insurance background including exposure to manging and retaining a portfolio of commercial insurance clients
• Articulate with strong client facing and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong Market and Insurer knowledge with good market relationships.
• Experience & a strong understanding of FCA compliance & the ability to work to regulatory processes.
Further information: -
As well as a competitive salary we offer the following benefits -
• Competitive holiday allowance with the annual option to buy additional days
• Death in Service benefit of x4 salary
• Company pension scheme
• Very generous maternity and paternity leave packages
• A flexible benefits package which allows you to add additional benefits to your overall package
• Our benefits portal offers discounts on technology & electronics, cinemas, restaurants, days out, mortgage advice, travel and many more
• Referral schemes
• Discounted rates on PIB products
• We offer a first-class employee benefits and welfare package to support our employees with financial management, cycle to work scheme, counselling support, health screening, will writing, menopause support, books, stopping smoking and much more
• If supporting the local community, engaging with charities and having the opportunity to ‘give something back’ interests you, you have the opportunity to take an extra day to support this with a Volunteering day.
• We also offer a wide range of discounts including a kids pass – giving you discount to over 4500 attractions and activities, discounts at hairdressers and beauticians, climate change projects with lots of other options to choose
• PIB has a comprehensive learning & development framework, including professional study options and apprenticeships which are available to all employees, and which will support your career development
• Being a part of our PIB Community Trust, we support fundraising where you can apply for grants from PIB Group towards your chosen charity
• PIB Group are committed to improving their environmental impact in a responsible way. From the individual actions that our colleagues take every day through to installing the right facilities across our premises, there are many measures in place to help reduce PIB’s carbon footprint.
We are proud of our success and growth and have been recognised for many industry awards across our business. If you wish to work for a company that truly puts people at the heart of their organisation, then we would love to hear from you. PIB operates a flexible working policy, and our management teams will talk to you about how that would meet both your flexible working needs and those of the business and role you are applying for. We would love to hear from you if you want to hear more about opportunities in PIB.
We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
Insurance Administrator
We have an exciting opportunity for an Insurance Insurance Administrator to join our dynamic and forward-thinking client in Paisley.
In this role, you will be the main point of contact for insurance claims management within the organisation, looking after a caseload of claims for sites across the UK and Ireland. These will predominantly be Motor/Fleet claims, however you’ll also be looking after Property, Employer/Public Liability and Business Interruption claims to name a few.
Your primary responsibility will be to provide administrative support for various insurance processes. Reporting to the Insurance Manager, you will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure efficient handling of information for insurers and loss adjusters. Your attention to detail and ability to deliver exceptional service will be key to your success.
What will you be doing?
• Monitor and manage a shared mailbox for insurance-related inquiries
• Report claims and losses to insurers and brokers
• Collaborate with internal teams to facilitate the smooth transfer of information to insurers and loss adjusters
• Monitor ongoing claims and communicate necessary accruals/reserves to business units
• Liaise with department heads and insurance providers regarding liability decisions
• Compile and distribute monthly/quarterly claims reports
• Monitor risk management and incident reporting, working with the business to ensure efficient processes
• Update insurance providers on additions or removal of hired-in plant and vehicles
• Code VAT invoices and process payment requests
• Facilitate communication between brokers, insurers, and service providers
• Assist in the renewal process of the Group Insurance Programme
• Handle ad hoc duties as required
About you:
• Previous experience working in an office environment, dealing with insurance claims
• Proficient in Microsoft Office apps (Outlook, Teams, Excel)
• If you’re particularly skilled in Excel that would be amazing
• Confident and professional telephone manner
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the ability to adapt and build relationships with people from different backgrounds
• Computer literate and quick to learn new systems in accordance with company procedures
• Able to work independently and meet individual and team deadlines
In Return:
• Competitive salary £22,000 - £26,000 per annum
• Full-time, permanent position (37.5 hours per week)
• Hybrid working, with flexible hours
• Holiday allowance of 26 days plus 4 statutory days, with additional increases based on length of service
• Company pension contributions
• Funding and support towards Insurance qualifications
• Life insurance coverage
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
If you are enthusiastic, hardworking, and eager to contribute to a sustainable future, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of a company that is making a difference
Commercial Underwriter
Commercial Underwriter Salary offered is up to £42,000 depending on experience + bonus (up to 10% of salary) + benefits 35 hour working week, Mon-Fri – no evenings or weekends Hybrid up to 80% homeworking available and 20% in Bristol About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Underwriter to join our New Business team within our Commercial Underwriting department at our Bristol Regional Service Centre.
As part of a fast-paced team, you’ll be responsible for resolving complex, high value referrals ensuring effective management of the insurance risk cost as well as delivering an excellent customer experience. You’ll analyse risks and make recommendations on specific products/risk categories – delivering activities that support the continuous improvement of our Underwriting function. Our Commercial Underwriter role offers a 35-hour week, with shift patterns that run from Monday – Friday, between 8am – 6pm.
You won’t be expected to work weekends or evenings and we offer a hybrid working model. We understand how important a positive work-life balance is to you, so we offer great facilities when you’re in office, and support you to work some of your hours from home when you’re up to speed. About you Using your extensive knowledge as a Commercial Underwriter with New Business experience, to achieve the best outcome for our customers, even when working under pressure.
You’ll build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business – confidently influencing and challenge when necessary. Passionate about delivering customer service, you bring your own personal style to work and instinctively provide an excellent customer experience. To join our team, you’ll also have: A customer-focused mind, with strong attention to detail The confidence to work in a regulated environment The ability to make rational and logical decisions in a fast-paced environment Benefits & Rewards When you join our team, you can expect a supportive culture and an attractive range of rewards and benefits including:
Up to £42,000 depending on experience Annual bonus (up to 10% of salary) Contributory pension scheme, up to 20%, including your 8% contribution 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell/save holiday trading scheme A Family Friendly policy that helps you balance your work and family responsibilities Access to savings at High Street brands, travel and supermarkets £20 contribution to a monthly gym membership – subject to T&Cs Health and wellbeing plan - cashback for dentist, opticians, physio and more Access to voluntary benefits, including health assessments, private medical insurance and dental insurance Employee Volunteering - volunteer in the community for one day each year Unlimited access to Refer a Friend £500 bonus scheme Life Assurance cover of 4 x salary Employee discounts of 15% on a range of NFU Mutual insurance policies.
Working at NFU Mutual We’re one of the UK’s leading general insurance and financial services companies. For over 110 years we’ve put our customers at the heart of everything we do. Our people are just as important to us. We pride ourselves on being “a great place to work” and are one of only 39 companies across the globe, and the only organisation with headquarters in the UK, to receive a Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2022 award.
We were also named in the Linked In Top 25 Companies List 2021.
We offer a supportive culture where we empower and inspire our people to perform, offer them opportunities to grow, and recognise and reward their contribution. Our people are proud to work for a company that respects them and their communities, and they trust us to be financially sustainable, so we are successful now and in the future
Underwriter
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Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Duration: Permanent
Location: Relocating to Brighton this year
Job ref: 201523
About The Role
We are looking for a commercial Underwriter to join our team - Ansvar are a Charity and Faith specialist insurer, and we are in the process of an office move from Eastbourne to Brighton.
We currently transact all policies via insurance brokers, either on a manual basis or through our online portal. Our products include a wide range of covers from Property and liability, through to Cyber and Professional Indemnity. We are looking for an underwriter to join our customer services team, where you will service both existing policies and offer new quotations.
Key responsibilities
• Develop, negotiate and profitably underwrite new/existing business within own authority and in line with Ansvar strategy
• Plan, prioritise and manage individual own work to deliver agreed objectives and meet SLA’s to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Use the appropriate method of communication (telephone, face to face) to support Ansvar’s right first time approach in order to maintain successful Internal and External relationships.
• Act on individual audit results and agreed action plans within agreed deadlines to improve own performance
• Understand and operate within regulatory framework and identify and escalate any risks to the business.
• Identify complaints and act upon them in line with company policy.
• Actively expand personal technical and niche knowledge both informally (networking internally and externally, internet, industry press) and formally (In-house training, CII, CPD)
Knowledge, Skills And Experience
• Minimum of 5 GCSE’s including Maths and English at grade C or above or equivalent
• 3 years’ work experience (broking or underwriting)
• Qualified Cert CII or commitment to work towards within an agreed timescale
• Market, Industry and Company knowledge
• Strong verbal communication skills
• A proven ability to deliver exceptional customer service
• Appropriate IT skills
What we offer
• A competitive salary - Let's discuss it
• Flexible working
• Competitive Group Personal Pension - up to 12% employer contribution
• Annual Bonus scheme up to 24%
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A holiday buy and sell scheme
• An array of health and wellbeing benefits, including private healthcare, income protection and life assurance
