Senior Property and Casualty Underwriter

Allianz; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Chelmsford is seeking a Senior Underwriter with expertise in Property and Casualty. The role requires managing complex deals and developing broker partnerships, aiming for growth and impact in the commercial sector. Applicants should have a track record in underwriting risks and managing relationships. This position offers flexible working options, a performance-related bonus, and extensive benefits including development days and discounts on insurance products.

Benefits

Flexible buy/sell holiday options

Hybrid working

Annual performance related bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Development days

Up to 50% discounts on insurance products

Retail discounts

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Expertise in underwriting complex Property and Casualty risks, ideally at Senior level.
• Experience dealing with large and/or complex risks.
• Strong management of broker relationships.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of major deals to drive growth.
• Develop trusted partnerships with brokers.
• Act as a reliable point of contact for priority clients.
• Support team development by guiding peers.

Skills

Proven expertise in underwriting complex Property and Casualty risks

Track record of dealing with large and/or complex risks and cases

Proven ability to manage broker relationships

Job description

Role Description

Ready to shape the future of commercial underwriting? Elevate your career to new heights.

This is your moment to step into a role where your expertise drives real impact.

We're looking for a high-performing Senior Underwriter with deep expertise in Property and Casualty to drive growth and deliver results from our Chelmsford office. This is your opportunity to lead complex deals, strengthen broker partnerships, and make a visible impact in a role that's central to our commercial success.

Join Allianz UK on our bold journey to become the UK's Number 1 Commercial Insurer.

This is more than just a role, it's your chance to be part of a transformative movement driving profitable growth and redefining excellence in the Property and Casualty space.

About You

As our Senior P&C Underwriter, you'll:

• Take ownership of major deals, using your expertise to win and retain strategic accounts that drive growth.
• Develop trusted partnerships with brokers, leveraging collaboration to unlock new opportunities and strengthen market presence.
• Represent the business confidently through face-to-face engagement, networking, and active participation in industry events.
• Support team development by guiding peers, reviewing referrals, and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality service.
• Work closely with internal departments to streamline processes and deliver seamless, client-focused solutions.
• Act as a reliable point of contact for priority clients, anticipating needs and delivering tailored, responsive support.

Essential skills

• Proven expertise in underwriting complex Property and Casualty risks, ideally at Senior level, or high-performing P&C Underwriter ready to step up
• Track record of dealing with large and/or complex risks and cases
• Proven ability to manage broker relationships that fuel growth and long-term retention

What We Will Offer You

Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from- so you can pick a package that's perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That's on top of enjoying all the benefits you'd expect from the world's number one insurance brand, including:

• Flexible buy/sell holiday options
• Hybrid working
• Annual performance related bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Development days
• A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
• Retail discounts
• Volunteering days

Our Ways of Working

Do you need flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it's right for our customers, our business and for you, then we'll do everything we can to make it happen. Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.

Integrity, Fairness, Inclusion & Trust

At Allianz, we believe in fostering an inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to equal opportunities, gender equity, and balanced gender representation, is demonstrated by our numerous accreditations: EDGE certified for gender inclusion, Women in Finance Charter members, Disability Confident employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Business in the Community's Race at Work Charter signatories, and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer.

We embrace neurodiversity and welcome applications from neurodivergent and disabled candidates, offering tailored adjustments to ensure your success.

We encourage our employees to advocate for their needs, whether it's assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements.

Accessible Application for All

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions through the Offer an Interview Scheme, for those meeting the essential skills for the role.

Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications.

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Closing date: 13/02/2026

We reserve the right to close the advert early if we reach enough applications.