Software Developer

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Full time
Location: London
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Job offered by: Hastings Direct
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Category: IT & Technology
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London (ideally), Bexhill or Leicester - Hybrid one day per week on site Welcome to Hastings Direct – From our Group HR Director Pam Angel We’re a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We’ve made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We’re proud of the journey we’re on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there’s even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you’re now reading this job advert means we’ve tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD – we really hope you like what you see, and you’ll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead. We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you’re not 100% sure we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities

The overall aim of Hastings' Pricing Department is to help differentiate us by being data and analytics leaders in the UK Insurance Market. The primary focus of this role is to maintain, design and enhance our live pricing code within our Alternative Pricing Department. This code is extremely important to the team as it runs thousands of times a day to provide live quotes to our prospective customers online. As a Software Developer, you will manage multiple deployments per month, including the development of tools and reports to ensure that the code has the desired effect from a business perspective. You will follow guidance from senior management regarding deployments and be flexible in your approach but will then be expected to work with a great degree of autonomy. Skills we would love you to have

Attention to detail and experience in a software development role. Confident coder with Python skills; exposure to GitHub is ideal but can be taught on the job. Ability to handle quick turnaround times. Ability to work accurately and independently with little supervision. Pre-existing knowledge of the UK Motor Insurance industry is ideal but not required. What we offer

Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training, and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice. Reward

Salary:

Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year) Flexible Working:

We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach. Competitive Bonus Scheme:

All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus. Physical Wellbeing:

We fund our colleagues to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan. Financial Wellbeing:

Life assurance cover, pension contribution match up to 10%, and an AWARD WINNING package. Mental Wellbeing Programme:

Access to mental health resources, including a mental health app and support groups. Additional Benefits:

25 days annual leave + bank holidays, private healthcare, and more. Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. About Us

Hastings Direct is a fast-growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 2.8 million customers in the UK, employing over 3,400 colleagues. Our vision – to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market. It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. Learn more about #LifeatHD

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