Assistant Specialist Underwriter - Surety

RSA; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking an Assistant Specialist Underwriter - Surety in London. In this role, you will provide support to underwriters, maintain strong broker relationships, and apply strategic pricing and risk assessment techniques. You should have experience in Surety, excellent communication skills, and strategic thinking. The position is hybrid, offering flexible working hours and an inclusive culture. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the insurance sector.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Up to 11% pension contributions

Hybrid working + flexible hours

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options

Health & wellbeing + virtual GP

Career development and mentoring

Inclusive culture + employee networks

Share investment options

Qualifications

• Experience in Surety is essential.
• A sharp eye for detail and a head for strategy.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to Underwriters on new Surety business.
• Building and maintaining excellent broker relationships.
• Applying pricing strategies and risk assessment techniques.
• Collaborating with colleagues to improve underwriting practices.
• Contributing to process improvements and supporting broker team ideas.
• Representing our brand at broker meetings and industry events.

Skills

Experience in Surety

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build relationships with brokers

Strategic thinking

Job description

Assistant Specialist Underwriter - Surety

Job Title Assistant Specialist Underwriter - Surety Reference UK003183 Town London Business Line Underwriting

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Intact Insurance is the new name for RSA in the UK, Ireland, and across Europe. It’s a new name and a new way to do business. Backed by global expertise and a commitment to service that feels different, we’re focused on making insurance simpler, faster, and more responsive.

Shape the future

We’re leading a transformation in insurance helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re stepping into a career where you can make a real difference.

Grow with us

We’re customer-driven, community-focused, and committed to helping our people grow. Whether you’re early in your journey or bringing years of experience, we’ll support you with the tools, flexibility, and opportunities to thrive.

Win as a Team

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Surety Underwriter to join our new and exciting Surety Department on a hybrid basis. As an Assistant Surety Underwriter, you will have the opportunity to be part of a newly formed team launching a new product for Intact Insurance UK Limited. You will be working with selected brokers to optimise profitable growth from these brokers.

You’ll make an impact by :

• Providing support to Underwriters and Senior Underwriters on new Surety business
• Building and maintaining excellent broker relationships through regular engagement
• Applying pricing strategies and risk assessment techniques to drive sustainable profitable growth
• Collaborating with colleagues to share insights and improve underwriting practices
• Contributing to process improvements and supporting broker team ideas
• Representing our brand at broker meetings, industry events and field visits as needed

Your skills and experience :

• Experience in Surety is essential
• A sharp eye for detail and a head for strategy
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers

Why You’ll Love It Here :

Being part of our team means you’ll have the support and freedom to bring your best self to work each day. As a permanent member, here’s what you can look forward to

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Up to 11% pension contributions
• Hybrid working + flexible hours
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy / sell options
• Health & wellbeing + virtual GP
• Career development and mentoring
• Inclusive culture + employee networks
• Share investment options

Our DEI Commitment :

We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

As an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident Employer, we ensure fair consideration for all applicants and offer interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different and are happy to explore flexible working options such as reduced hours or job shares to support work–life balance.

If you meet the core criteria but not every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. Let’s explore how this role could support your next career step. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know we’re here to support you.