Rhys Jellings
About Rhys Jellings
Rhys Jellings is a High Sum Assured Underwriting Team Manager at Legal & General, where he has worked since 2021. With over two decades of experience in underwriting and a strong background in cardiology, he provides training and support to developing underwriters while maintaining professional relationships with industry partners.
Current Role at Legal & General
Rhys Jellings currently serves as the High Sum Assured Underwriting Team Manager at Legal & General. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the underwriting process in Cardiff, Wales. In this role, he applies his expertise in risk assessment and works closely with in-house consultant cardiologists to enhance the evaluation of medical conditions related to underwriting.
Previous Experience at Legal & General
Rhys Jellings has extensive experience at Legal & General, having worked there for over two decades. He began as a Business Support Trainer from 2000 to 2001, followed by a role as a Specialist High Net Worth Underwriter from 2001 to 2021. Throughout his tenure, he was involved in training initiatives and projects aimed at skill enhancement for himself and others in the organization.
Educational Background
Rhys Jellings completed his secondary education at Rumney High School, where he achieved 10 GCSEs with grades A-C from 1991 to 1996. He furthered his education at Coleg Glan Hafren, obtaining a Diploma in Communication and Media Studies from 1996 to 2000. This educational foundation supports his professional roles in underwriting and training.
Professional Development and Training
In his current role, Rhys Jellings provides monthly tutorials and brown bag sessions focused on cardiology-related medical conditions. He serves as a point of referral for developing underwriters and peers, demonstrating his commitment to professional development within the underwriting team. His involvement in training initiatives reflects his dedication to enhancing the skills of others.
Industry Relationships
Rhys Jellings maintains professional relationships with sales brokers, financial advisors, and reinsurance partners. These connections are vital for effective communication and collaboration within the insurance industry, facilitating a comprehensive approach to underwriting and risk assessment.