Agricultural Development Underwriter

Marsh & McLennan Companies; York; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance firm is seeking an experienced Agricultural Development Underwriter. This role emphasizes engaging with agricultural broker accounts and requires a solid understanding of the commercial insurance market. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in Agricultural Underwriting and the capability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Professional development opportunities are provided as well as a vibrant, inclusive culture.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive company culture

Hybrid work options

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of the commercial insurance market.
• Proven experience in Agricultural Underwriting with history of holding underwriting authority.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and implement underwriting strategy across all products.
• Directly impact financial KPIs by balancing revenue growth.
• Cultivate strong relationships with brokers.

Skills

Understanding of the commercial insurance market

Experience in Agricultural Underwriting

Ability to handle diverse workload

Job description

Overview

Agricultural Development Underwriter

We are seeking an experienced Agricultural Development Underwriter to join the Underwriting team. This role will be based out of our Leeds office; however, location is flexible due to the need to travel across various locations to provide on-site underwriting to our brokers.

As an Agricultural Development Underwriter, you’ll engage in a diverse range of underwriting activities and broker development, focusing on Farm Combined and Farm Motor products. You’ll help execute the company strategy, contribute to financial goals, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will manage key agricultural broker accounts to ensure high-quality service and support.

Responsibilities

• Shape Our Strategy: Contribute to and implement underwriting strategy across all products, aligning with our risk appetite.
• Drive Financial Success: Directly impact financial KPIs by balancing revenue growth with underwriting profitability.
• Deliver Excellence: Uphold service standards on all authorized products and integrate Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) into our culture.
• Spot Trends: Analyse distribution trends and broker behaviours to inform strategy.
• Build Relationships: Cultivate strong, in-person relationships with brokers; engage directly to foster trust and collaboration.
• Enhance Quality: Manage quality assurance and peer reviews to identify underwriting and product improvement opportunities.
• Stay Informed: Keep abreast of market trends and developments in industry segments; build relationships with capacity partners.
• Grow Your Skills: Lead personal technical and skill development while collaborating with the sales team to implement distribution strategy.

What you need to have

• A solid understanding of the commercial insurance market.
• Proven experience in Agricultural Underwriting with a history of holding underwriting authority.
• Knowledge of in-scope products and trade range.
• A track record of successful teamwork and delivering results.

What makes you stand out

• Progress towards a CII qualification or equivalent experience is a plus.
• Ability to handle a diverse workload with accuracy and efficiency.
• Resilience and enthusiasm to thrive in a fast-paced environment while being eager to learn.

Why join our team

• Professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leadership.
• A vibrant, inclusive culture with opportunities to create solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients, and communities.
• Access to a range of career opportunities, benefits, and rewards to support well-being.

Hybrid work may be available. Victor Insurance Managers LLC is part of Marsh McLennan and operates globally with a commitment to an inclusive and flexible work environment. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or on-site with clients at least three days per week, with at least one anchor day per week for team in-person collaboration. Victor UK is part of this network.