Development Underwriter (Cyber)

Aston Charles; Bristol; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is looking for experienced Development Underwriters for home-based roles. This position focuses on building broker relationships and writing Cyber insurance in a rapidly growing market. The role offers a competitive salary, quarterly bonuses, and significant progression opportunities within a dedicated Cyber team.

Benefits

Highly competitive basic salary

25% bonus paid quarterly

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record in building broker relationships and developing pipelines of business.
• Enthusiasm for engaging brokers and explaining the benefits of Cyber insurance.

Responsibilities

• Support the development plan for a specific panel of brokers.
• Work closely with key stakeholders to meet strategic and financial goals.
• Develop and maintain strong broker relationships and provide excellent stakeholder service.
• Write complex Cyber business within your authority and risk appetite.

Skills

Building broker relationships

Cyber insurance

Stakeholder service

Job description

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: General Insurance

Specialism: Underwriting

Location: London & South

Town/City: Bristol

Salary range: Other

Salary Description: Attractive salary (Neg) plus market-leading bonus

Posted: 01-Aug-25

Start Date: ASAP

Recruiter: Aston Charles

Job Ref: RJ-3161

Job Views: 4

About the Role

This is arguably the most exciting insurance company in the market right now.

Currently enjoying 20% year on year growth, and with plans to double in size over the next 5 years, this organisation is investing heavily in the growth of its broker distribution arm.

“Nationally, and internationally, this is an all-eyes-on project. The launch of our Cyber Division is the highest profile development in this business at present – these are crucial positions and your successes will be visible to the Board on both sides of the Atlantic,” says the Director of this specialist insurer.

The UK SME Cyber market offers a compelling opportunity for dynamic insurers able to react quickly in this fast-paced niche. The market currently delivers circa £300M in gross written premiums across the UK, with an anticipated 15% annual growth over the next five years. Creating a standalone UK SME cyber proposition is a significant growth initiative for this insurer’s UK Broker Channel Unit, which is already its largest and fastest-growing division.

Team and Operating Model

This new model includes a dedicated Cyber team, comprising some of the most talented Underwriters in the niche, supported by scalable digital trading capabilities.

Candidate Profile

Aston Charles is pleased to assist in recruiting several Development Underwriters. These are home-based roles, open to applicants anywhere in the UK, with regular broker engagement and occasional office visits. We welcome applications from experienced Cyber Development Underwriters, those seeking more broker-facing roles, and Underwriters from related disciplines with a passion for Cyber.

Responsibilities

• Support the development plan for a specific panel of brokers.
• Work closely with the Head of Trading, Head of Cyber, and Broker Development Director to meet strategic and financial goals.
• Develop and maintain strong broker relationships and provide excellent stakeholder service.
• Write complex Cyber business within your authority and risk appetite.

Requirements

Proven track record in building broker relationships and developing pipelines of business. Enthusiasm for engaging brokers and explaining the benefits of Cyber insurance.

Opportunities

Joining this high-profile division offers significant progression opportunities, especially pre-launch.

Compensation and Benefits

Highly competitive basic salary, 25% bonus paid quarterly, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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