Market Trading Underwriter: Mid-Market

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking a Market Trading Underwriter to join their Property/Casualty team. The successful candidate will be responsible for underwriting and client relationship management, demonstrating expertise in the market while contributing to a collaborative team environment. This role offers flexibility in working hours and a comprehensive benefits package, aiming to attract top talent.

Benefits

12% defined non-contributory pension scheme

Annual company bonus

Private medical insurance

Option to buy/sell holiday days

Three days paid volunteering

Access to virtual GP appointments

Discounted gym membership

Annual flu jab

Qualifications

• Experienced Property/Casualty Underwriter.
• Strong understanding of industry trends.
• Ability to mentor and coach other underwriters.

Responsibilities

• Develop profitable business with brokers and customers.
• Underwrite and negotiate insurance contracts.
• Mentor and coach underwriters in the team.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship Management

Market insight

Education

CII qualifications

Job description

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Market Trading Underwriter: Mid-Market

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Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

The opportunity:
We are looking for an experienced Market Trading Underwriter to join our Property/Casualty team. Working predominately with our brokers the ideal candidate will provide underwriting expertise and first-class service to brokers and customers, with a proven track record of delivering profitable growth, managing complex portfolios, building strong business relationships and meeting business objectives.

This role is available part-time, job-share or full time. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time.

What will you be doing?
As the Senior Underwriter, you will work closely and will have the opportunity to mentor and coach other Underwriter’s in the team. Collaboration and communication are critical in this role. You will be working with internal colleagues and teams to drive initiatives and deliverables aimed at the Property and Casualty market, as well as delivering on the external facing element of the role, meeting and building relationships with external brokers and policyholders within the market.

You will bring product expertise and market insight to develop the UK Property and Casualty business that meets the customers’ needs. As part of this role the successful candidate will have the opportunity to be the lead underwriter on some of our largest accounts and we are looking for someone who has the experience or the potential to have and build relationships direct with our broker network. We would like someone who can balance the internal and external demands to obtain the best result for Zurich.

Please watch the video to gain an insight into working within our team:

• Develop profitable business with a group of brokers & customers.
• Manage clients and leading broker relationships interacting with risk managers.
• Responsible for overall service proposition on key broker accounts.
• Underwrite and negotiate insurance contracts.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant systems, products, processes and procedures to be able to provide a first class experience for Customers (both internal and external).
• Ongoing self-development and learning, coaching others where appropriate.
• Promote continuous improvement and process efficiency.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture.

What are we looking for?
Ideally, you will be an experienced Property/Casualty Underwriter looking for that next step or a new challenge at a large, global insurer. Strong communication and influencing skills are needed so we would like you to be able to demonstrate this. We are also looking for someone to bring their expertise and help us grow, so knowledge and understanding of industry trends is a must for us. We would also expect you to have CII qualifications or to have made good progress.

What will you get in return?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our culture:

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm,Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.

The financials

• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income Protection.
• Life cover - four times your salary.

Time away

• 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Your health is important to us

• Access to Private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

We're making a difference

• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge.
• Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.