Senior Commercial Underwriter (Highly Prestigious Insurer)

Aston Charles; Guiseley; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious insurance firm in Leeds is looking for a Senior Commercial Underwriter. The role involves underwriting renewal cases, collaborating with various departments, and providing excellent service to brokers. Candidates should have extensive underwriting experience in Property or Liability. This position offers a competitive salary, generous bonus scheme, and opportunities for progression within the company.

Benefits

Generous salary

25% bonus scheme

Benefits including pension contributions

Mentorship opportunities

Company social events

Qualifications

• Extensive underwriting experience in Property and/or Liability is required.
• Experience in Social Welfare / Care is beneficial but not essential.
• Applications from current Senior or Commercial Underwriters are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite renewal cases for the portfolio with a focus on Social Welfare / Care.
• Collaborate with Claims and maintain strong relationships with the Technical department.
• Provide excellent service to brokers and prioritise renewals.

Skills

Extensive underwriting experience

Property and/or Liability expertise

Ability to build relationships

Job description

Overview

Senior Commercial Underwriter (Highly Prestigious Insurer) – Leeds. Permanent role in General Insurance; location: Leeds, Yorkshire & Humberside. Salary: negotiable with a 25% bonus and benefits. Hybrid work model: 2 days from home. Start date: ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite renewal cases for the portfolio, with a focus on Social Welfare / Care where training is provided if not already experienced.
• Collaborate with Claims; maintain strong relationships with the Technical department and the wider business.
• Provide excellent service to brokers; prioritise renewals and mid-term adjustments to meet deadlines.
• Participate in interesting projects and contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Extensive underwriting experience in Property and/or Liability is required.
• Experience in Social Welfare / Care is not essential due to full training; however, familiarity is beneficial.
• Applications are welcome from current Senior Underwriters or Commercial Underwriters seeking to progress to a Senior Underwriter role.

Benefits & Opportunities

Generous salary plus lucrative 25% bonus scheme and benefits; substantial pension contributions; bonuses for CII qualifications; mentorship and development opportunities. This role offers genuine progression into areas such as General Management, Technical, Compliance, and Sales. Social events include company activities like the annual summer ball.