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Apprentice Underwriter NIANDER AURORA LIMITED

A chance to remote work at Aurora. Who is looking for an enthusiastic, customer focused individual to join our team. At Aurora, we understand that every business is unique, with its own requirements, people, and plans.

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Closing date: 26 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £20,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 9.00am - 6.00pm.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    31 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    12 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000086500

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

We offer personalised, real-time insurance quotations, the ability to compare insurance providers and transfer risk in a uniquely tailor-made way. Plus, our customers benefit from analytics and data driven education and advice. We’re innovating to provide compelling and competitive insurance products, as well as trust and peace of mind.

As an Underwriting Apprentice, you will work towards your Certificate in Insurance (Cert CII) receiving training and coaching from our training provider, Babington. You will be interacting with Aurora customers, and our selected broking partners as part of a diverse team in a fast-paced environment. You will develop the skills and capabilities needed to assess risks and obtain authority to make decisions independently.​

Your days will be varied with a mixture of, telephone and written communication (e-mail and Live Chat), you will also support in identifying any process improvements or tasks that can be automated.​

Duties to include:

  • Study towards Cert Cii​
  • Answering customer and broker phone calls, live chats and e-mails​
  • Assess information provided by our customers and brokers to establish the risk profile and refer your thoughts to the relevant team member​
  • Build relationships with the Aurora team and any external stakeholders where required​
  • Identify any improvements that would make our customer and broker journey better ​
  • Share feedback with the Aurora team from Brokers and Customers​
  • Help build and maintain FAQ’s both for the ChatBot and the Website​
  • Work within and seek to widen your Underwriting licence and authority to make proactive decisions

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Level 3 Insurance Practitioner standard:

  • Level 3 CII Certificate in Insurance

Professional recognition.

This standard aligns with the following professional recognition:

  • Professional membership of the Chartered Insurance Institute for 3
  • Professional membership of the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters for 3

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The role is an entry level role into the Insurance industry, at the end of the apprenticeship we would expect individuals to become an Underwriter and there will be an opportunity to progress becoming an Insurance Expert, gaining your Diploma in Insurance which can also be supported by an apprenticeship programme.​

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Analytical skills, Logical

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade A-C/8-4) Essential

Things to consider

Our culture is underpinned by support, opportunity and innovation. Customer-first, we want all SMEs to understand their insurance, their risks and their worth. We empower consumers by protecting the all the hard work they’ve done to get where they are and by ensuring the safety of their business into the future. You will be joining a new and ambitious team where collaboration and innovation are celebrated traits. You will be working with a diverse range of expectational people and bring with you the passion to help guide the business. We are determined to make a positive impact on not just businesses but the communities they serve. Hybrid working can be discussed

About the employer

Aurora is a holistic, digital platform seeking to re-define how commercial insurance is purchased and managed. Working with customers on a direct basis, or via selected broking partners, we cater to micro, small and medium businesses.

Employer

NIANDER AURORA LIMITED

Address

Windmill Street

Manchester

M2 3GX

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Training

Training provider

BABINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED

Contact

Jamie Dobson

Jamie.Dobson@babington.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Insurance practitioner

Level 3 (A level)

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