Real Estate Underwriter

Intact Insurance UK; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in the UK is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Underwriter to join their collaborative team. This role involves underwriting and negotiating Real Estate business, building strong broker relationships, and applying pricing strategies to ensure profitable growth. The ideal candidate will have experience in Real Estate Commercial Insurance Underwriting and excellent communication skills. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement and a range of benefits including a discretionary bonus and pension contributions.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Up to 11% pension contributions

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options

Health & wellbeing + virtual GP

Career development and mentoring

Inclusive culture + employee networks

Share investment options

Responsibilities

• Underwriting and negotiating new and/or renewal Real Estate business within your authority.
• Building and maintaining excellent broker relationships through regular engagement.
• Applying pricing strategies and risk assessment techniques to drive profitable growth.
• Collaborating with colleagues to share insights and improve underwriting practices.
• Contributing to process improvements and supporting broker team ideas.
• Representing our brand at broker meetings, industry events, and field visits as needed.

Skills

Experience in Real Estate Commercial Insurance Underwriting

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication skills

Relationship building with brokers

Job description

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Intact Insurance is the new name for RSA in the UK, Ireland, and across Europe. It’s a new name and a new way to do business. Backed by global expertise and a commitment to service that feels different, we’re focused on making insurance simpler, faster, and more responsive.

Shape the future

We’re leading a transformation in insurance helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re stepping into a career where you can make a real difference.

Grow with us

We’re customer-driven, community-focused, and committed to helping our people grow. Whether you’re early in your journey or bringing years of experience, we’ll support you with the tools, flexibility, and opportunities to thrive.

Win as a Team

As a Commercial Real Estate Underwriter, you'll be part of a collaborative team that's focused on profitable growth and long-term broker relationships. You'll underwriter Commercial Real Estate risks. applying sound judgement and strategic thinking to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs and align with our appetite.

You will make impact by:

As a Real Estate Underwriter you will be:

• Underwriting and negotiating new and/or renewal Real Estate business within your authority
• Building and maintaining excellent broker relationships through regular engagement
• Applying pricing strategies and risk assessment techniques to drive profitable growth
• Collaborating with colleagues to share insights and improve underwriting practices
• Contributing to process improvements and supporting broker team ideas
• Representing our brand at broker meetings, industry events and field visits as needed

Your skills and experience:

To be successful in your role of Commercial Real Estate Underwriter you will require:

• Experience in Real Estate Commercial Insurance Underwriting
• A sharp eye for detail and a head for strategy
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers

Why You’ll Love It Here:

Being part of our team means you’ll have the support and freedom to bring your best self to work each day. As a permanent member, here’s what you can look forward to:

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Up to 11% pension contributions
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options
• Health & wellbeing + virtual GP
• Career development and mentoring
• Inclusive culture + employee networks
• Share investment options

More benefit information here

Our DEI Commitment:

We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

As an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident Employer, we ensure fair consideration for all applicants and offer interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different and are happy to explore flexible working options such as reduced hours or job shares to support work–life balance.

If you meet the core criteria but not every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. Let’s explore how this role could support your next career step. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know we’re here to support you.