Engineering Inspection Underwriter — New Business Growth

Allianz UK; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holiday options

Hybrid working

Bonus

Pension scheme

Development days

Insurance product discounts

Retail discounts

Volunteering days

Job summary

Allianz UK in Birmingham is seeking an Engineering Inspection New Business Underwriter to drive profitable growth, build broker and client relationships, and develop underwriting expertise in a collaborative environment.

You will underwrite profitable quotations, negotiate with brokers, and grow the engineering inspection portfolio while delivering excellent service. The role is hybrid, with 2–3 days in the Birmingham office.

Qualifications

• Experience in insurance or financial services.
• Strong communication and stakeholder influence.
• Experience negotiating, trading and managing customer relationships.
• Ability to make informed decisions using sound judgement and analytical thinking.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
• Proactive approach to problem solving and delivering results.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering excellent service.
• Positive and adaptable approach to change and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to pursuing and completing CII qualifications.
• Demonstrated passion for learning, development and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite profitable new business engineering inspection quotations within authority levels and underwriting guidelines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients through virtual and face-to-face meetings.
• Trade, negotiate and secure new business opportunities while achieving agreed targets.
• Work closely with colleagues across Engineering Inspection Services and Distribution to identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Prospect and qualify potential leads, helping to grow the engineering inspection portfolio.
• Anticipate objections and confidently present solutions that demonstrate the value of Allianz products and services.
• Handle customer and broker enquiries by telephone and in writing, delivering high levels of service and professionalism.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the wider business, sharing knowledge and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Take ownership of your personal development, continuously expanding your technical and market knowledge.
• Champion Allianz values by being Brave, With Heart, Inspiring Trust and Being Responsible in all interactions.

Skills

Insurance experience

Communication

Negotiation

Decision making

Detail orientation

Problem solving

Independent & team

Customer service

Adaptability

CII qualifications

Learning & development

Education

CII qualifications

Job description

Allianz UK in Birmingham is seeking an Engineering Inspection New Business Underwriter to drive profitable growth, build broker and client relationships, and develop underwriting expertise in a collaborative environment.

You will underwrite profitable quotations, negotiate with brokers, and grow the engineering inspection portfolio while delivering excellent service. The role is hybrid, with 2–3 days in the Birmingham office.