Construction Underwriter — New Business & Growth (Hybrid)

Allianz UK; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Annual bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Development days

Discount on Allianz products

Retail discounts

Volunteering days

Job summary

Allianz UK in Manchester is seeking a New Business Construction Underwriter to join our expert-led Allianz Commercial team. You will underwrite construction risks for new business, price risks, and build strong broker relationships to drive profitable growth. The role is hybrid, based in Manchester with 2-3 days in the office weekly.

Salary circa £40,000 with total reward considerations. You will contribute to regional underwriting strategy, collaborate with Claims, Operations and Risk teams,

Qualifications

• Experience in construction underwriting, including casualty/liability covers.
• Strong ability to underwrite new business effectively.
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with brokers and negotiating outcomes.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex risks and market conditions.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite construction risks across new business to meet growth and profitability targets.
• Assess and price risk in line with Allianz appetite and underwriting strategy.
• Build and maintain strong broker and client relationships through regular engagement.
• Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with brokers to secure sustainable business.
• Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the market.
• Contribute to regional underwriting strategy and key business initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Claims, Operations, and Risk teams.
• Represent Allianz positively in the market, attending broker and client meetings.

Skills

Construction underwriting

Broker negotiations

Risk assessment

Broker relations

Analytical mindset

Profitability focus

Job description

Allianz UK in Manchester is seeking a New Business Construction Underwriter to join our expert-led Allianz Commercial team. You will underwrite construction risks for new business, price risks, and build strong broker relationships to drive profitable growth. The role is hybrid, based in Manchester with 2-3 days in the office weekly.

Salary circa £40,000 with total reward considerations. You will contribute to regional underwriting strategy, collaborate with Claims, Operations and Risk teams,