Senior Life Science Underwriter – Hybrid
Markel Corporation
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Job summary
Markel is seeking a Senior Underwriter to lead a Life Science portfolio in Manchester, with hybrid working. You will manage large, complex risks and help shape underwriting strategy while developing the team and portfolio.
You will bring Life Science underwriting experience or related backgrounds, strong technical skills, and a collaborative approach. The role offers career growth, market exposure, and a supportive, flexible environment.
Qualifications
- Experience in Life Sciences underwriting or related insurance domains.
- Strong technical underwriting ability with portfolio management skills.
- Proven capability to build broker relationships and guide teams.
Responsibilities
- Technical underwriting of complex Life Science renewal and new business.
- Manage a portfolio of large, high-value risks with sound, commercially balanced decisions.
- Negotiate profitable renewals and retention strategies for key accounts.
- Develop and nurture broker relationships to grow quality business.
- Act as a technical referral point and coach for junior underwriters.
- Contribute to portfolio strategy and leadership discussions.
Skills
Education
Job description
Markel is seeking a Senior Underwriter to lead a Life Science portfolio in Manchester, with hybrid working. You will manage large, complex risks and help shape underwriting strategy while developing the team and portfolio.
You will bring Life Science underwriting experience or related backgrounds, strong technical skills, and a collaborative approach. The role offers career growth, market exposure, and a supportive, flexible environment.
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