Underwriter

JR United Kingdom; Stamford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing MGA is seeking its first Underwriter in a newly created role. This position offers the chance to shape the underwriting function, assess financial risks, and work closely with leadership. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in credit and financial failure underwriting and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in credit, surety, or financial failure underwriting.
• Experience in a certified SM&CR role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessing financial risk and reviewing proposers’ data.
• Setting terms and pricing, referring complex cases.
• Liaising with internal teams and insurers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial skills

Independence

Education

CII qualifications

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Underwriter – Credit & Financial Failure / Surety

We're working with a fast-growing MGA to help them hire their first Underwriter into the business. This is a newly created role, offering the opportunity to help shape the underwriting function and play a key part in the company’s next phase of growth.

The business specialises in credit and financial failure products and is backed by strong insurer relationships and a tech-driven approach to risk. With a start-up feel and big ambitions, they’re building something exciting.

The role:

You’ll be assessing financial risk, reviewing proposers’ data, setting terms and pricing, and referring complex cases where needed. You’ll liaise closely with internal teams and insurers, support policy documentation, and contribute to regular reporting and performance tracking.

What we’re looking for:

• Around 5+ years’ experience in credit, surety, or financial failure underwriting
• Experience in a certified SM&CR role (preferred)
• Strong analytical and financial skills
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership
• CII qualifications are a plus

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast-growing MGA early on, influence underwriting strategy, work closely with leadership, and make a real impact from day one.

If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply or get in touch via 01780239162 or edina@emblazetalent to find out more.