Development Underwriter

Specialist-Risk-Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + birthday half-day

Private medical cover

Life insurance

Income protection & sick pay

Charity and volunteering days

Job summary

Specialist Risk Group (SRG) is seeking a Development Underwriter within MX Underwriting to drive profitable growth by developing broker partnerships and underwriting commercial risks across the Property & Casualty market.

You will build broker relationships across Midlands, North West, Yorkshire and North East, negotiate outcomes within authority levels, and provide technical expertise to access specialist solutions for complex risks.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial insurance underwriting, trading underwriting or broker development.
• Technical knowledge of Commercial Combined, Property and/or Casualty risks.
• Proven success in developing broker relationships and winning new business.
• An established broker network across the North of England.
• Experience working within an insurer, MGA or delegated authority environment.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to make sound underwriting decisions while balancing commercial opportunity and risk.

Responsibilities

• Building and strengthening broker relationships across the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire and North East.
• Identifying and converting profitable new business opportunities within target markets.
• Underwriting and negotiating Commercial Combined, Property and Casualty risks within authority levels.
• Representing MX at broker meetings, networking events and industry functions.
• Providing technical expertise and solutions for complex or specialist risks.
• Working with colleagues across the business to deliver excellent broker service and portfolio growth.

Skills

Broker relationships

Underwriting knowledge

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Job description

At Specialist Risk Group (SRG), we specialise in delivering expert risk solutions for complex, high-stakes challenges across a range of sectors. From professional indemnity insurance to bespoke risk management services, our work demonstrates both precision and adaptability, reflecting our commitment to helping clients navigate even the most demanding scenarios.

Our dedication to excellence and innovative thinking underpins everything we do. Guided by our mantra, “Difficult. Done Well.”, we tackle challenges that others shy away from, delivering solutions that are both robust and forward-thinking.

Powered by a team of highly skilled specialists, we combine deep industry knowledge with strategic insight to turn complex problems into practical, actionable solutions. We work closely with our clients, understanding their ambitions and risks, to provide tailored strategies that support growth, resilience, and long-term success.

With a focus on collaboration, expertise, and precision, SRG shapes the way organisations manage risk—transforming complexity into opportunity and helping clients achieve outcomes they can rely on.

About the role

As a Development Underwriter within MX Underwriting, you'll focus on profitable growth by developing broker partnerships, identifying new business opportunities and underwriting commercial risks across the Property & Casualty market. You'll represent MX in the market while helping brokers access specialist solutions backed by strong technical expertise.

What you’ll be doing

• Building and strengthening broker relationships across the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire and North East.
• Identifying and converting profitable new business opportunities within target markets.
• Underwriting and negotiating Commercial Combined, Property and Casualty risks within authority levels.
• Representing MX at broker meetings, networking events and industry functions.
• Providing technical expertise and solutions for complex or specialist risks.
• Working with colleagues across the business to deliver excellent broker service and portfolio growth.

Who we’re looking for

You’ll be an experienced insurance professional with strong market knowledge, established broker relationships and a track record of driving profitable growth.

• Experience in commercial insurance underwriting, trading underwriting or broker development.
• Technical knowledge of Commercial Combined, Property and/or Casualty risks.
• Proven success in developing broker relationships and winning new business.
• An established broker network across the North of England.
• Experience working within an insurer, MGA or delegated authority environment.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to make sound underwriting decisions while balancing commercial opportunity and risk.

What you’ll get

When you join SRG, you’re stepping into more than just a role, you’re becoming part of a team that backs your ambitions and celebrates your success. We’ll give you the space, support, and opportunities to grow your skills, explore new challenges, and shape a career you’re proud of.

And because we believe great work should be rewarded, here’s what you can look forward to:

• From 25 days holiday plus an extra half-day off to celebrate your birthday month
• secure your future
• Private medical cover for peace of mind
• Life insurance, income protection and sick pay to support you when you need it
• Charity and volunteering days so you can give back to causes you care about

What to expect

At SRG, our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, respectful culture, one where people feel empowered, valued, and equipped for growth. We embrace new ideas, adapt to challenges, and celebrate shared success.

We’re committed to making our recruitment process and workplace accessible to everyone. If you have a disability or require any adjustments, whether during the hiring process or in your day-to-day role, we’ll work with you to ensure you have the support you need. Just let us know how we can help.