Mid Market Underwriter

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Trading Underwriter to join their dynamic team in Bristol. This role involves servicing brokers and underwriting new business, offering a chance to develop your career in a supportive environment. You will work closely with a portfolio of brokers, using data insights to create tailored solutions. The company values flexibility, providing opportunities for travel and professional growth. With a competitive salary and generous benefits, this position is ideal for those passionate about the commercial business sector and eager to make an impact.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discounts on products

Free shares annually

Flexible benefits

Paid volunteering days

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in property & liability or fleet underwriting.
• Ability to analyze risks and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Service brokers and underwrite new business and renewals.
• Manage the end-to-end process for brokers’ books of business.

Skills

Property & Liability Underwriting

Fleet Underwriting

Risk Analysis

Communication Skills

Knowledge of FCA Regulations

Commercial Acumen

Job description

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Trading Underwriter - Salary is competitive depending on experience

Location – Bristol

We are currently looking for an experienced Trading Underwriter to join the Aviva business.

As a Trading Underwriter, you will be responsible for servicing brokers, underwriting new business, renewals, and MTAs. This role is ideal for someone with a broking or underwriting background who is passionate about developing their career.

You will be aligned with a portfolio of brokers and customers to proactively develop and profitably grow their commercial book of business. Partnering with brokers and customers to understand their needs, using data insights to provide comprehensive customer solutions.

This role requires travel to broker visits across the South West, so flexibility is essential.

About the job:

1. Operate as a multiclass underwriter within guidelines to grow the business profitably.
2. Build confidence and relationships through face-to-face meetings with brokers and/or customers.
3. Manage the end-to-end process for brokers’ and customers’ books of business.
4. Align with Aviva's regional SME & Mid Market trading strategy.
5. Develop understanding of the commercial business sector.
6. Benefit from Aviva’s investment in training to enhance your skills.
7. Opportunity to learn new trades and sectors.

Skills and experience required:

• Previous property & liability and/or fleet underwriting experience.
• Ability to analyze risks and communicate effectively with brokers and customers.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a large organization.
• Knowledge of FCA regulations and relevant legislation.
• Strong commercial acumen to create and present business cases.

What you’ll get:

• Competitive salary based on skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Bonus potential based on performance.
• Generous pension scheme with up to 14% contribution from Aviva.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell days.
• Discounts on Aviva products and other retailers.
• Up to £1,200 of free shares annually through our Share Plan and Save As You Earn schemes.
• Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave.
• Flexible benefits, including sustainability options like cycle to work.
• Paid volunteering days and community involvement.
• Wellbeing support and tools.

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Inclusivity at Aviva:

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We support flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job shares, and adapt locations, hours, and working patterns to suit our staff and customers.