Senior PI Underwriter — Growth & Strategy

Gallagher; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking a Senior Underwriter in Manchester to drive growth and profitability for the Professional Indemnity book. The successful candidate will engage with brokers, assess risks, and mentor junior underwriters. Strong analytical and customer-focused skills, alongside CII certification, are preferred. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension contributions, and health coverage.

Benefits

Minimum of 25 days holiday

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life insurance

Health cash plan or private medical insurance

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the insurance marketplace.
• Ability to learn about critical business issues and financial drivers.
• General knowledge of organisational and regulatory rules.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and assess risks adhering to guidelines.
• Engage with brokers to service and renew existing books.
• Provide expert underwriting guidance and mentor less experienced underwriters.

Skills

Customer focus

Positive broker interaction

Analytical thinking

Education

Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Certification

Job description

A leading insurance firm is seeking a Senior Underwriter in Manchester to drive growth and profitability for the Professional Indemnity book. The successful candidate will engage with brokers, assess risks, and mentor junior underwriters. Strong analytical and customer-focused skills, alongside CII certification, are preferred. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension contributions, and health coverage.