Delegated Authority Property Underwriter (Account Handler)

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance broker in Bristol seeks a Delegated Authority Property Underwriter to manage property owners' portfolios and enhance client relationships. This role offers hybrid working with a competitive salary from £32,000 to £38,000. Ideal candidates will have experience in account handling or underwriting and possess strong communication skills. Join a supportive team focused on development and collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commercial Account Handler or Underwriter (cross-class or property-focused).
• Comfortable working with schemes and/or delegated authority arrangements.
• A proactive approach to personal development and client service.

Responsibilities

• Handle and underwrite a range of delegated authority schemes.
• Manage existing clients and assist with new business opportunities.
• Quote, place, and renew risks within your underwriting authority.
• Liaise with insurers, brokers, and clients for service.
• Process and maintain policy documentation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Detail-oriented

Customer-focused

Education

Cert CII qualification

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Posted:

26.08.2025

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10.10.2025

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Job Description:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a highly regarded, Bristol-based commercial insurance broker in a hybrid Delegated Authority Account Handler / Underwriter role.

This role suits either an experienced cross-class Commercial Underwriter or Account Handler with property experience whos ready to take the next step in their career in a supportive, progressive environment.

The Role:

As a key member of the Delegated Authority team, you will be responsible for underwriting a portfolio of residential and commercial property owners, alongside a selection of specialist schemes and some open market commercial business.

You'll operate under delegated underwriting authority, with support and oversight from experienced senior staff and insurer partners.

Youll be working with high-quality clients and brokers, blending account handling and underwriting responsibilities, contributing both to new business and existing client servicing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle and underwrite a range of delegated authority schemes, particularly property owners (residential and commercial).
• Manage existing clients and assist with the acquisition of new business opportunities.
• Quote, place, and renew risks within your underwriting authority.
• Liaise with insurers, brokers, and clients to provide a first-class service.
• Process and maintain accurate policy documentation and records.
• Assist with scheme development and product refinement.

What Were Looking For:

• Experience as a Commercial Account Handler or Underwriter (cross-class or property-focused).
• Comfortable working with schemes and/or delegated authority arrangements.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A detail-oriented, customer-focused mindset.
• Cert CII qualification preferred (or working towards).
• A proactive approach to personal development and client service.

The Offer:

• Competitive salary in the range of £32,000 £38,000 (negotiable for exceptional candidates).
• Hybrid working (3 days in the Bristol office, 2 days from home).
• A supportive, people-first working environment with a strong emphasis on training and development.
• The opportunity to join a well-respected, independently minded broker with growth ambitions and a collaborative team culture.

Next Steps:
If you're looking for a new challenge in a role that combines underwriting responsibility with client relationship management and want to work in a forward-thinking, Bristol-based broker wed love to hear from you.

Contact:

Stephen Mallaband

Reference: SM/94461

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