Agricultural Development Underwriter – Remote (UK Wide)

Aston Charles; Colchester; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance recruitment firm is seeking an Agricultural Development Underwriter to manage new and renewal business in the Agricultural market. You will handle bespoke products and maintain relationships with brokers, ensuring top-notch service. Excellent communication and organizational skills are key, along with a strong understanding of agricultural risks. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus, and growth opportunities within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Generous salary

Bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Market-leading pension arrangement

Qualifications

• Experience as a Development Underwriter or Agricultural Insurance Broker is essential.
• Familiarity with unique risks in the Agricultural sector.
• Strong organizational and task-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage new and renewal business with a variety of products.
• Directly impact financial KPIs by balancing revenue growth.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Knowledge of Agricultural insurance

Excellent communication skills

Good numeracy and IT skills

Job description

Overview

Job Type: Permanent
Sector: General Insurance
Specialism: Underwriting
Location: London & South
Town/City: Colchester
Salary range: Other
Salary Description: Generous salary (Neg) plus bonus and benefits
Posted: 25-Sep-25
Start Date: ASAP
Recruiter: Aston Charles
Job Ref: RJ- 2280DY
Job Views: 6

Overview (continued)

Pedigree; When it comes to MGAs, this one is a purebred – owned by a global broking giant, with capacity provided by one of the largest composite insurers in the world, it’s little wonder it can offer a ‘best-in-class’ service to its discerning clientele. Already commanding a significant portion of the Agricultural / Farm insurance market, this dynamic business is committing considerable resource (financial and otherwise) to increase its market share further.

Responsibilities

• In this varied role, you will be dealing with both renewal and new business, with clients coming from its own broking business as well as third-party brokers. This role can be home-based at any location across the UK, and you will be allocated a panel of brokers in your area.
• You will be dealing with a variety of bespoke products geared to the Agricultural market, such as Farm Combined, Property, Liability, and specialist products.
• As an Agricultural Development Underwriter, you’ll dive into a diverse array of underwriting activities and broker development. You’ll be at the forefront of executing the company strategy, playing a pivotal role in achieving its financial goals, while delivering exceptional customer service.
• Your expertise will shine as you manage key Agricultural broker accounts, ensuring they receive top-notch service and support.
• Contributing to and implementing underwriting strategy across all products, aligning with established risk appetite.
• Underwrite profitable new and renewal business, both remotely and whilst attending brokers’ offices.
• Directly impact financial KPIs by balancing revenue growth with underwriting profitability.
• Uphold service standards on all authorised products, ensuring Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) is woven into your approach at all times.
• Analyse distribution trends and broker behaviours to inform future strategies.
• Build meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships with inhouse and 3rd party brokers.
• Manage quality assurance and peer reviews to identify opportunities for underwriting and product improvements.
• Keep abreast of market trends and developments in your industry segments, building strong relationships with capacity partners.

Requirements / Qualifications

• We are keen to hear from Development Underwriters or Farm Underwriters who enjoy trading, as well as Agricultural Insurance Brokers who are keen to move over to an MGA environment.
• Knowledge of Agricultural insurance and understanding of the unique risks faced by those who live and work in the countryside.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Good numeracy and IT skills, with strong organizational and task-management abilities.

Benefits

In return, you will receive a generous basic salary, bonus and a comprehensive benefits package that includes a market-leading pension arrangement. As this is a highly visible role, your successes will be obvious to the Senior Management Team, and you will have opportunities for progression in the short, medium and long-term.

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