Commercial Property and Casualty Underwriter

Marsh & McLennan Companies; Witham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global services firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Property and Casualty Underwriter to join the Underwriting team in Witham. This role supports hybrid working, requiring a minimum of 2 days in the office. Responsibilities include implementing underwriting strategy, contributing to financial KPIs, and delivering exceptional service. Candidates should have a good understanding of the commercial insurance market and at least 3 years of relevant underwriting experience. The position offers professional development opportunities and a vibrant work culture.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leaders

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial property and casualty underwriting experience.
• Experience working in teams and delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and implement the underwriting strategy for all products.
• Directly contribute towards financial KPIs.
• Deliver outstanding service levels on all authorised products.

Skills

Understanding of the commercial insurance market

Commercial property and casualty underwriting experience

Team collaboration

Handling diverse workload

Education

Progress towards CII qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Property and Casualty Underwriter to join the Underwriting team at Victor. With exciting plans for growth and product development, this is a great time to become part of the team.

This role will be based in our Witham office. After an initial induction period, the role will support hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days expected in the office and the remaining 3 from home.

As an experienced Underwriter, you will carry out a wide range of underwriting activities relating to authorised products. The role will be involved in executing the company strategy and materially contributing to the achievement of our financial plans.

You will be playing a pivotal role in achieving our financial goals while delivering exceptional customer service. Your expertise will shine as you forge strong relationships with our brokers, ensuring they receive top‑notch service and support.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and implement the underwriting strategy for all products, working within our established risk appetite
• Directly contribute towards financial KPI’s, including balancing the achievement of revenue without any detriment to underwriting profitability
• Deliver outstanding Victor service levels on all authorised products
• Have significant awareness of and ensure adherence of all regulatory requirements, guidelines and working practices – both internally and externally
• Spot distribution trends and report back on broker behaviours
• Act within underwriting authority
• Have an in‑depth knowledge of relevant class / product specialisms
• Keep pace with market trends and developments for authorised industry segments
• Build strong relationships with broking and capacity partners
• Build strong relationship with internal stakeholders

Qualifications

• Good understanding of the commercial insurance market
• At least 3 years commercial property and casualty underwriting experience
• Have held underwriting authority for chosen class of business previously
• Experience of working in teams and successful record of delivering results
• Progress towards CII qualification desirable or equivalent experience

Desired Qualities

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

Benefits

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well‑being

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