Trading Underwriter Review

by RSA Insurance Ltd

Rating

7.1/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Trading Underwriting Writing New Business opportunities Renewals MTA Schemes Referrals

7/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

The exams are quite a general view on insurance which spreads across multiple COB including specialist and fleet. On the basis my specialty is property these are other areas of insurance which i have learnt a little more about and what to look out for.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Felt a great sense of achievement when passing my exams

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

To be fair it has been very well organised with frequent chats with my tutor and my line manager

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Very well supported from Both Val and Beena my Tutor. Unfortunately however my role is very busy and trying to find the time to fit everything in has been difficult.

6/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Similar to my above answer. Though I'm getting the support I do struggle to find the time to get everything done.

6/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I'm more of a learn on the job type of guy. However the exams have helped on a little bit of theory.

7/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

I am social committee chairman so I am responsible for all the outside of work activities.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend RSA Insurance Ltd to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

From my perspective I work with a great team here who are always willing to assist and easy to talk too.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RSA Insurance Ltd?

Be prepared for the challenge.