Massenhove Recruitment Limited

On behalf of several Managing General Agents (MGA) we are looking for Underwriter s from Senior to Assistant Underwriter level, for the following classes of business: Commercial Combined Construction / Contractors All Risks Commercial Property (UK) / Property Owners / HNW Liability Working for an MGA you will be able to offer clients flexible products allowing you to tailor client s needs, ensuring a seamless experience that sets the benchmark for customer service in the industry. Purpose of Role/Job Overview: • Underwrite and price UK risks in line with underwriting guidelines, appetite, and delegated authority. • Drive profitable growth through accurate underwriting of new business, renewals, and mid-term adjustments. • Respond to broker enquiries received direct or via online quote platforms, email, and direct submissions. • Build and maintain strong broker relationships across UK markets, with existing broker contacts considered highly advantageous. • Ensure underwriting decisions are technically sound, compliant with FCA regulations, and meet service level expectations. • Contribute to product development and refinement based on broker feedback, market trends, and risk appetite. • Collaborate with internal teams including operations, compliance, and sales to ensure smooth policy lifecycle management. • Use data and reporting tools to monitor performance, identify trends, and support continuous improvement. • Represent our clients brand positively through professional communication and a strong service. Key Accountabilities: • Meeting and where possible, exceeding brokers service levels and expectations. • Identifies cover and hazards that will impact on the acceptance, pricing, or terms applicable to a risk. • Understands the impact of claims and risk management on the performance of a case and demonstrates an ability to review taking these factors into account. • Build and maintain strong relationships with key trading partners to maximize influence. • Support the development and operation of sales campaigns to drive the acquisition of profitable business. Other Activities, Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintain and develop market awareness. • Maintain good working relationships with all internal departments. • Maintain an open communication ethos with colleagues and managers. • Demonstrate model behaviours • Comply with all legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements to ensure obligations are met. • Contribute to wider business activities. • Operate within individual underwriting authorities and guidelines. Applicants should possess a minimum of 2 years Underwriting experience of UK risks. All our clients offer competitive salaries and flexible benefits package Please contact us to discuss.

Our client is a small, friendly, but established Chartered Certified Accountants based in the Braintree area of Essex. Due to growth within the business, we are looking to recruit a Semi Senior or Senior Accountant to join the team. Our client supports a wide range of clients from Sole Traders, SMEs to larger corporate clients, and so the role will offer a varied portfolio to work across providing accounting, tax and advisory services. This role can be tailored depending on your level of experience, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to continue developing technically while taking on greater client responsibility. Main Duties: Preparing statutory year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships from planning stage through to completion Preparing management accounts for a varied client portfolio, including more complex businesses should your experience lend. Preparing partnership accounts and tax returns Managing deadlines and client expectations effectively Reviewing statutory and management accounts at first review stage Supporting clients with accounting software and Making Tax Digital requirements Preparing and reviewing VAT returns Handling client queries via telephone and email Experience of Digita Software or Iris an advantage although not essential. What they offer: Competitive salary dependent on experience Ongoing salary reviews 7 weeks holiday a year Career progression Training and professional development Pension scheme Free on-site Parking Would consider Part Time