Cyber Development Underwriter

Avencia Talent Solutions; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Avencia Talent Solutions is seeking a Cyber Underwriter to manage complex risks and broker relationships in Birmingham, England. This role involves underwriting risks, driving new business, and supporting broker education. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Cyber underwriting, strong communication skills, and a commercial mindset, contributing to the growth of a market-leading Cyber team in a global insurer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Cyber underwriting with strong technical capability.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing broker relationships.
• Commercial mindset with a track record of winning and retaining business.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite complex cyber risks within delegated authority.
• Deliver an efficient and responsive new business service to brokers.
• Build, manage, and develop relationships across a panel of brokers.

Skills

Cyber underwriting experience

Building broker relationships

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in building and developing a growing Cyber book. You will be responsible for underwriting complex risks, managing broker relationships, and driving new business through an aligned panel of brokers.

You’ll work closely with the Head of Trading, Head of Cyber, and Broker Development Director to execute the strategic plan, while being highly visible in the market and recognised as a trusted partner to brokers.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite complex cyber risks within delegated authority, maintaining strong underwriting discipline
• Deliver an efficient and responsive new business service to brokers
• Build, manage, and develop relationships across a panel of brokers
• Identify and develop new broker relationships to support growth ambitions
• Drive pipeline development and convert opportunities into profitable business
• Maintain accurate broker and pipeline data within CRM systems
• Contribute to reporting on broker activity and new business performance
• Support broker education through training sessions and external events
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver the best outcomes for brokers and clients
• Promote a high-performance culture through coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing within the team

About You

• Proven experience in Cyber underwriting with strong technical capability
• Demonstrated success in building and managing broker relationships
• Commercial mindset with a track record of winning and retaining business
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Confident using systems including CRM and Microsoft Office tools
• Motivated, driven, and keen to contribute to building a market-leading Cyber offering

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing Cyber team within a global insurer, where you can make a real impact and help shape the future of the portfolio.