Development Underwriter

Development Underwriter – Commercial Lines (Home Based)

Location: Scotland (home based)

Salary: to £70,000 DOE + excellent benefits package

ROLE OVERVIEW

A leading insurance organisation is seeking an experienced Development Underwriter to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys building strong broker relationships and delivering high-quality underwriting service within the SME sector.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of new business, with a strong emphasis on service, trading and broker engagement. This position suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident making underwriting decisions within delegated authority.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Reviewing and underwriting new business quotations across a range of commercial products, ensuring alignment with underwriting appetite and service level agreements
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• Handling queries efficiently and professionally to support brokers and internal teams
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• Maintaining regular communication with Business Development Managers to strengthen broker relationships
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• Acting as a referral point for colleagues with lower underwriting authority
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• Collaborating closely with the wider team to ensure work is completed within agreed SLAs and service standards
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• Responding to broker calls in a professional, friendly and solutions-focused manner
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• Operating within delegated underwriting authority and following internal guidelines, escalating where appropriate
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• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and contribute to wider business goals.
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• Ensuring compliance with Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) and all regulatory expectations
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PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Criteria

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• Self-motivated with strong influencing and relationship-building skills
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• Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal
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• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively
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• Organised and detail-focused, ensuring processes and procedures are followed
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• Able to perform under pressure and manage competing priorities
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• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach
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• Minimum 2 years’ underwriting experience within commercial insurance (property/casualty)
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• Cert CII or working towards ACII
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Desirable

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• Experience within a similar delegated authority environment
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• Advanced progression toward ACII preferred
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• Additional Requirements
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• A positive, professional attitude when dealing with internal and external stakeholders
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• Reliable and dependable work ethic
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• Commitment to upholding company values and contributing to a strong market reputation
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BENEFITS

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• Competitive salary
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• Private healthcare
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• Generous pension scheme
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• Excellent career development opportunities
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