Howden is a collective - a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It's what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities - work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

At Howden, Corporate & Commercial, commercial insurance isn't just what we do - it's who we are. We support our clients through the complex landscape of commercial risk. We understand the diverse needs of businesses from large corporates to emerging ventures, meticulously crafting bespoke solutions to empower businesses to navigate uncertainty and achieve unwavering growth. Our depth of commercial insurance expertise allows us to protect client's assets and fuel their progress. When our clients prosper, we celebrate success with them; when challenges arise, we provide unwavering support.

We are looking for a Delegated Authority Technician to complement our existing team. As a DA Technician, you will be responsible for the overall administration of some of our Delegated Authorities and requirements daily, including production of risk, premium and claims bordereaux.

This is a fixed term contract, and you will be required to work in our Colchester office on a hybrid basis.

Overview:

• Undertake and produce risk, premium and claims bordereaux within timescales and standards.
• Provide TCF information within given timescales.
• Produce profit commission calculations.
• Take full responsibility for your own diary system.
• Monitor gross written premium and notifiable limits.
• Produce drafts of Delegated Authorities and endorsements.
• Present endorsements for sign off and agreement.
• Support the team and the team leader in their roles.
• Participate in effective team meetings.
• Collate and provide data for internal use and on request.
• Be involved in project work when required.
• Liaise with clients in a professional manner.
• Keep up to date with Market Bulletins and changes on Lloyds International Trading Advice.
• Ensure compliance with Lloyds Regulatory Standards.

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of all the main classes of General Insurance and an understanding of Delegated Authorities
• Working knowledge of Howden product range, policy wordings and service standards.

Skills:

• Strong Excel knowledge and confident using VLOOKUP's, Formulas, Pivot Tables and Macros.
• Meticulous and strong attention to detail during reconciliations.
• Be able to process high volumes of work quickly and efficiently.
• Ensure correct procedures and processes are always adhered to.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• Question inefficient processes and share best practises.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal & written.
• Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team.

Qualifications:

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Cert CII (Desirable).

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity - there is no one Howden type. Instead, we're looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new
• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges
• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it's the right fit for you, send us your application - if your profile fits the role's criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.