Motor Fleet Underwriter: Mid Market

AXA UK; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AXA UK is seeking an experienced Motor Fleet Underwriter in Croydon to underwrite motor fleet insurance policies. The role involves assessing risks, maintaining client relationships, and analyzing market trends. Flexible working options are available, emphasizing the importance of diverse working arrangements.

Benefits

12% defined pension scheme

Annual company bonus

Private medical insurance

Additional holiday purchase option

Qualifications

• Experience in motor fleet underwriting, preferably in the mid-market segment.
• Strong knowledge of the UK insurance market and regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and underwrite motor fleet insurance risks in the mid-market segment.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Relationship management

Education

Experience in motor fleet underwriting

Knowledge of the UK insurance market

Job description

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

Location: Croydon, South East Region, Hybrid

Closing date for applications: 2nd July 2025

The opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced Motor Fleet Underwriter to join our dynamic team, focusing on the Mid Market and Southeast Region. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in underwriting motor fleet insurance policies, ensuring profitable growth and maintaining strong relationships with brokers and clients.

We understand the importance of flexibility and offer various working arrangements, including part-time, flexible hours, job sharing, remote working, and compressed hours. Discuss your flexibility needs with us during the interview, as we believe the best people for our roles may not be available full-time.

Key responsibilities:

• Assess and underwrite motor fleet insurance risks in the mid-market segment, ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines and company policies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and other stakeholders to drive business growth and retention.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for new business and product development.
• Provide technical underwriting expertise and guidance to junior underwriters and other team members.
• Collaborate with the sales and distribution teams to achieve business targets and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of underwriting documentation and policy issuance.
• Monitor and manage the performance of the motor fleet insurance portfolio, implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain profitability.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of underwriting strategies and initiatives.

Your skills and experience:

• Experience in motor fleet underwriting, preferably within the mid-market segment.
• Strong knowledge of the UK insurance market and regulatory environment.
• Proven track record of achieving profitable growth and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and develop appropriate solutions.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.

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.

Follow the link for more information about our benefits:Employee benefits | Working at Zurich Insurance UK

Who we are:

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.