Senior Commercial Underwriter

ProFound; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking a Senior P&C Underwriter in Cardiff. This role involves assessing and managing risks for commercial insurance policies, negotiating terms, and mentoring junior underwriters. The position offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work in a dynamic insurance market

Career development and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in P&C underwriting, preferably in a senior role.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess and underwrite complex P&C insurance risks.
• Conduct detailed risk analysis and pricing evaluations.
• Negotiate policy terms and conditions with brokers and clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Communication

Negotiation

Education

CII or ACII qualification

Job description

Job Description

Senior P&C Underwriter – Cardiff Area

Location: Cardiff, UK Job Type: Full-time / Hybrid Salary: Competitive

About the Role

As a Senior P&C Underwriter, you will play a pivotal role in assessing and managing risk for commercial insurance policies. You will be responsible for evaluating applications, determining coverage terms, and ensuring profitability while maintaining strong relationships with brokers and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and underwrite complex P&C insurance risks in accordance with company guidelines.
• Conduct detailed risk analysis and pricing evaluations to ensure profitability.
• Negotiate policy terms and conditions with brokers and clients.
• Maintain strong knowledge of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and market conditions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including claims and actuarial departments, to optimize underwriting strategies.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior underwriters.
• Ensure compliance with underwriting policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in P&C underwriting, preferably in a senior role.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Knowledge of UK insurance regulations and market trends.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Relevant industry qualifications (e.g., CII, ACII) are desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing insurance market.
• Hybrid working options available.
• Career development and progression opportunities.