Commercial Underwriter

Your new company

Your new company is a well-established insurance MGA with a strong presence in the commercial market. They are recognised for their disciplined underwriting approach, customer-focused solutions and long-standing broker relationships. With a commitment to sustainable growth and technical excellence, the business offers a collaborative environment for all staff. Due to expansion within their SME/Mid-Commercial team, a position for a Property & Casualty Development Underwriter has arisen.

Your new role

In your role as a Property & Casualty Development Underwriter, you will be responsible for underwriting profitable new business and renewals whilst contributing to the development and growth of the portfolio. Working closely with brokers and the wider team to build strong relationships and drive business development. The role will involve delivering exceptional service to brokers alongside developing and maintaining strong broker relationships to maximise new business and retention opportunities. Other duties will include underwriting and managing a portfolio of business in line with underwriting guidelines. Some of your key responsibilities will be assessing and evaluating risks to ensure profitability, alongside meeting personal KPIs and contributing to team goals. Other duties will include identifying scheme opportunities alongside identifying cross-sell opportunities.

What you'll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you must have proven Underwriting experience handling Property and Casualty risks in a development and/or trading capacity. You should possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with brokers and internal stakeholders. You will possess excellent analytical, decision-making and negotiation skills along with a Commercial mindset and the drive to deliver results.

PLEASE ONLY APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE IN UNDERWRITING PROPERTY AND CASUALTY BUSINESS AND HAVE EXPERIENCE IN TRADING OR DEVELOPMENT UNDERWRITING.What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £60,000 + Bonus + Benefits. You will benefit from professional development and training support from experienced professionals to develop your skills. You will also play a key role in the company's continued success, with a clear path for career progression.

What you need to do now

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