Senior Development Underwriter (Technology Practice)

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

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Job summary

Zurich in Manchester is seeking a Senior Development Underwriter (Technology Practice) on a flexible basis, with part-time, job-share or full-time options. You will underwrite complex Technology accounts, grow the regional portfolio, and lead broker relationships across the UK.

You will influence underwriting decisions, shape portfolio strategy, and work with internal teams to sustain profitable growth in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the mid-market space with a track record of business development and portfolio growth.
• In-depth knowledge of Technology Underwriting and exposures (Property, Casualty, Tech PI, Cyber).
• Experience building multinational programs across diverse markets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead identification, development, and conversion of high-value Technology opportunities across the UK market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, brokers, and internal stakeholders.
• Focus on primary and excess Technology accounts and multinational opportunities.
• Collaborate with Zurich Resilience Solutions to deliver risk management solutions.
• Conduct opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify pipelines.
• Lead negotiation of Terms & Conditions to close deals.

Skills

Mid-market growth

Technology Underwriting

Multinational programs

Negotiation skills

Broker network

Risk assessment

Job description

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Senior Development Underwriter (Technology Practice)

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Working hours:This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

Location: Manchester, with regular travel across the UK and visits to our London office.

Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package, including a company car

Closing date for applications:2nd September 2026

The opportunity

Would you like to play a pivotal role in building a multiline and multinational Technology portfolio in the regional market? Do you thrive on influencing the market, unlocking new opportunities, and shaping portfolios?

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished and market-credible Senior Development Underwriter to play a leading role in shaping Zurich's Technology proposition across the UK. In this newly created role, you will combine technical expertise, commercial judgement, strong negotiation skills and broker leadership, playing a key part in driving our new business strategy and establishing a strong presence in this specialist market.

Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will underwrite complex Technology accounts, develop and strengthen broker relationships across the UK, and contribute to profitable growth. You will influence underwriting decisions, support portfolio strategy and help position Zurich as a leading insurer in the Technology sector.

This role offers the opportunity to lead from the front—bringing thought leadership, supporting strong governance and portfolio stewardship, and working collaboratively with internal stakeholders. You will join a high‑performing regional team where senior expertise is valued, and where you can actively contribute to the long‑term success and profitability of our Technology business.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a varietyofdifferent ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those peoplearen’tavailable full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing?

• Driving strategic growth: Lead the identification, development, and conversion of high-value mid-market Technology opportunities, positioning Zurich as the insurer of choice.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, brokers and internal stakeholders.
• Focus on primary and excess Technology accounts and multinational opportunities.
• Working very closely with Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) to deliver unique risk management solutions to our Technology clients.
• Conduct detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify pipeline opportunities.
• Act as the subject matter expert in the regional team and assist in training and developing others internally and externally.
• Lead and direct negotiation of Terms & Conditions to close deals.
• Contribute to the team strategy, operate team activities and execute team initiatives, in the regional markets.

What are we looking for?

• Significant experience in the mid-market space with a strong track record of business development and portfolio growth.
• In-depth knowledge of Technology Underwriting and exposures, in the context of Property, Casualty, Technology Professional Indemnity and Cyber.
• Experience in building multinational programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong broker network, market knowledge, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively assess risk across different lines of business.

What will you get in return?

Everyone’sdifferent.That’swhy atZurich,we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medicalinsuranceand the option to buy up to anadditional20 days or sell some of your holiday, alongside a range of other flexible benefits

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. Together,we’recreating a brighter future for our customers,ourpeopleand our planet.

With over 65,000 employees,you’llfeel the support of being part of a strong and stable companythat isa long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’vemade a promise to each other and every employee: to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverseexpertiseto be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

Ifyou’reinterested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment where your creativity, ideas and contributions are recognised and rewarded, Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our culture:

At Zurich, our strength comes from the diverse experiences,perspectivesand talents of our people. Our goal is to create a workplace where every employee can flourish and where everyone feels valued,heardand respected.

Over a quarter of our employees are members of at least one of our inclusion communities (Employee Resource Groups), with groups focused on areas such as social mobility and cultural awareness.We’reproud to have receivednumerous industry awards recognising ourdiversity and inclusion policies and initiatives.

We’vecreated an environment that places real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental,socialand financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide practical advice and access to a wide range of lifestyle support, alongside opportunities to learn, grow and develop the skills needed for the future.

We actively support our employees to give back to their communities through volunteering and charitable activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest‑establishedcorporate trusts in the UK. Together,we’vesupported causes across the UK through grants and volunteering, contributing over £100 million in funding and volunteered time.

So,make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

The financials

• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income Protection.
• Life cover - four times your salary.

Time away

• 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Your health is important to us

• Access to Private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

We're making a difference

• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge.
• Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.