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Schemes Development Underwriter

Stride Resource Management

Colchester

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Scheme Development Underwriter to manage and grow a profitable portfolio. This role offers the chance to work in a modern, data-driven environment, where you'll build strong broker relationships and refine underwriting practices. With a hybrid working model, you can enjoy flexibility while contributing to a high-performing team. The position comes with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a double-matched pension and private medical insurance. If you're ready to elevate your career in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Double-matched pension
BUPA private medical & dental
Sharesave scheme
Life assurance & critical illness cover
Sabbaticals & extra holiday for tenure

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as an underwriter, ideally within commercial lines or schemes.
  • Strong track record in managing broker relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong broker relationships to develop profitable schemes.
  • Underwrite new and existing business on a case-by-case basis.

Skills

Underwriting
Broker Relationship Management
Analytical Skills
Portfolio Management
Strategic Decision Making

Education

Experience in Commercial Lines

Job description

Job Description

Joining a business with a modern, data-driven approach as a Scheme Development Underwriter will move your career forwards. You'll fly in a role allowing you to own and manage your portfolio, its growth, and your own plan.

The role sits within a schemes division known for its success and market reputation. This is an opportunity to build on a set of established, profitable schemes and further develop a high-performing portfolio.

Location: Colchester (Hybrid Working)

Benefits:

  • £45,000 - £60,000 + 15% bonus (with multipliers for overperformance)
  • Double-matched pension
  • BUPA private medical & dental
  • Sharesave scheme
  • Life assurance & critical illness cover
  • Sabbaticals & extra holiday for tenure
  • Working for a modern firm using new techniques, strategies, and tech to drive growth
  • Joining a market leader in schemes and specialist insurance

The Schemes Development Underwriter Role:

  • Build and maintain strong broker relationships to develop profitable schemes.
  • Underwrite new and existing business on both a case-by-case basis and at account level.
  • Monitor and manage your portfolio, identifying opportunities and making strategic adjustments.
  • Refine and evolve underwriting guides to remain competitive.
  • Lead broker workshops to share insights and strengthen underwriting knowledge.
  • Ensure governance, compliance, and efficiency in underwriting practices.
  • Take ownership of delivering profitable growth and a high-performing portfolio.

What We Are Looking For:

  • Proven experience as an underwriter, ideally within commercial lines or schemes.
  • Strong track record of building and managing broker relationships.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
  • Confidence in managing a portfolio and driving performance improvements.
  • Collaborative approach with the ability to work independently.

What You'll Get:

  • £45,000 - £60,000 salary + 15% bonus (with multipliers for overperformance).
  • Comprehensive benefits, including pension, medical, and lifestyle perks.
  • Modern, dynamic Colchester office with advanced tech and systems.
  • Hybrid working model for flexibility and collaboration.

If you're ready to take the next step as a Schemes Development Underwriter, we want to hear from you - please apply or contact:

David Colesby - /

Mark Holloway - /

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