Property Underwriter - Commercial Insurance Expert

Arch Insurance (UK) Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Arch Insurance (UK) Limited is seeking an underwriting professional to achieve income and profit objectives through efficient case underwriting, writing within appetite and authority. You will work with brokers and internal stakeholders to meet divisional goals and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, adherence to standard work, and collaboration across UKR regional offices to enhance the company's national standing.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in underwriting.
• Negotiation and selling skills required.
• Strong organisational skills are essential.
• Clear and effective communication.
• Experience working across functions / matrix organisations.

Responsibilities

• Manage own cases (renewal and/or new business) within appetite and underwriting authority.
• Handle referral cases for less experienced underwriters/apprentices.
• Maintain accurate records of underwriting decisions.
• Adhere to company and NUH prescribed processes and standards.
• Support QA procedures by case reviews to ensure procedures are followed.
• Aim to improve divisional retention, conversion, rate and loss ratio targets.
• Build strong relationships with broking partners to enhance Arch's national presence.
• Demonstrate robust negotiation skills to support conversion and broker relationships.
• Collaborate with UKR regional offices and other parts of the organisation.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Negotiation skills

Sales abilities

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Regulatory understanding

Education

A level

Cert CII – progress towards

Job description

Arch Insurance (UK) Limited is seeking an underwriting professional to achieve income and profit objectives through efficient case underwriting, writing within appetite and authority. You will work with brokers and internal stakeholders to meet divisional goals and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, adherence to standard work, and collaboration across UKR regional offices to enhance the company's national standing.