Commercial Underwriter

Hunter Savage; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial insurance provider in Belfast is seeking an experienced Underwriter to support the profitable development of SME accounts. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in commercial insurance, focusing on underwriting. This role offers a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and the chance to work in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Opportunities for career progression

Comprehensive benefits package, including pension and healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commercial insurance, ideally in underwriting, but broking or claims experience may also be considered.
• Strong technical knowledge across a range of commercial insurance products.
• Able to work to tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite commercial risks within agreed processes and risk appetites.
• Negotiate renewals, quotations, and handle ad hoc enquiries with brokers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers to support new business development and retention.
• Provide tailored insurance solutions while managing cases to ensure profitable outcomes.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Client-focused approach

Attention to detail

Technical knowledge in commercial insurance

Education

Cert CII (or working towards it)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

Underwriter – Belfast

We are hiring for our client, a well-established commercial insurance provider, to recruit an experienced Underwriter for their Belfast office. In this role, you will support the profitable development of the SME account by underwriting a range of commercial risks, managing both renewals and new business while building strong relationships with brokers.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Competitive Salary & Benefits – Salary and bonus structure in line with experience.


2. Career Development – Opportunity to expand your underwriting skills across a wide product portfolio.


3. Collaborative Environment – Work closely with a supportive team to deliver high-quality solutions to brokers and clients.

The Rewards

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.


• Opportunities for career progression and skill development.


• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, healthcare, and more.

The Role

• Underwrite commercial risks within agreed processes and risk appetites.


• Negotiate renewals, quotations, and handle ad hoc enquiries with brokers.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers to support new business development and retention.


• Provide tailored insurance solutions while managing cases to ensure profitable outcomes.


• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and policy requirements.


• Contribute to high standards of customer satisfaction by delivering efficient and accurate responses.


• Develop and maintain good internal relationships to support team and customer deliverables.

The Person

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commercial insurance, ideally in underwriting, but broking or claims experience may also be considered.


• Strong technical knowledge across a range of commercial insurance products.


• Results-driven, with excellent negotiation skills and a client-focused approach.


• Able to work to tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results.


• Strong working knowledge of most commercial classes of business and associated insurance products.


• Proficient in IT (Excel and other platforms).


• Highly motivated and proactive, with a keen attention to detail.

Desirable

• Cert CII (or working towards it).