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Posted 02 August, 2026

New Business Underwriter

Stride Resource Management
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

New Business Underwriter

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We are working with an exciting MGA business who have enjoyed double digit growth in recent years and now control over £110m GWP.

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They are looking to appoint a commercially minded Trading Underwriter for their London office to focus on new business development and broker engagement.

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This is a highly visible role where you will underwrite across a varied commercial portfolio, build strong broker relationships, and play a key part in driving profitable growth.

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The Role:

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  • Identify and convert new business opportunities working in partnership with key broking partners
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  • Utilise the strong business proposition and significant underwriting empowerment to trade effectively to leverage new business opportunities
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  • Build a robust pipeline of new business opportunity by working closely with brokers to educate them on underwriting appetite and an strong understanding of up coming renewal business
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  • Mentor and develop less experienced members of the team to upskill and improve knowledge and understanding of their roles
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  • Deliver exceptional service to customers and become a brokers first choice when looking to place new business
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The Candidate:

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  • Minimum 2 years' commercial underwriting experience (Property & Casualty)
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  • Good track record of new business underwriting and a strong drive to succeed
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  • Confident communicator with solid decision-making skills and a willingness to go the extra mile
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The Reward:

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  • Salary circa £45,000 plus bonus
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  • Comprehensive benefits package
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  • Hybrid working - 3 days in office
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  • Supportive, collaborative team environment
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  • Private Health Insurance
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