Senior Property & Casualty Underwriter

RSA; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Manchester is seeking a Senior Property & Casualty Underwriter to join their team in a hybrid capacity. This role involves underwriting complex business cases, building broker relationships, and applying risk assessment strategies for profitable growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Property & Casualty underwriting, strong communication skills, and a strategic mindset. Join a company committed to employee wellbeing and inclusivity, offering great benefits including annual bonuses and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Up to 11% pension contributions

Hybrid working (after 6 months)

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options

Health & wellbeing + virtual GP

Career development and mentoring

Inclusive culture + employee networks

Share investment options

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of Property & Casualty Underwriting is essential.
• A sharp eye for detail and a head for strategy.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting and negotiating new and/or existing Property & Casualty business within your authority.
• Building and maintaining excellent broker relationships through regular engagement.
• Applying pricing strategies and risk assessment techniques to drive profitable growth.
• Collaborating with colleagues to share insights and improve underwriting practices.
• Contributing to process improvements and supporting broker team ideas.
• Representing the brand at broker meetings, industry events, and field visits as needed.

Skills

Extensive experience of Property & Casualty Underwriting

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers

Attention to detail

Job description

Senior Property & Casualty Underwriter

Job Title Senior Property & Casualty Underwriter Reference UK003267 Town Manchester Business Line Underwriting

Shape the future

We’re leading a transformation in insurance helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re stepping into a career where you can make a real difference.

Grow with us

We’re customer-driven, community-focused, and committed to helping our people grow. Whether you’re early in your journey or bringing years of experience, we’ll support you with the tools, flexibility, and opportunities to thrive.

Win as a team

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Property & Casualty Underwriter to join our excellent team in Manchester on a hybrid basis.

This role will provide exposure to some or the largest cases within the Manchester region and as the Senior Underwriter you will work closely with brokers to win appropriate business.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Underwriting and negotiating new and/or existing Property & Casualty business within your authority
• Building and maintaining excellent broker relationships through regular engagement
• Applying pricing strategies and risk assessment techniques to drive profitable growth
• Collaborating with colleagues to share insights and improve underwriting practices
• Contributing to process improvements and supporting broker team ideas
• Representing our brand at broker meeting, industry events and field visits as needed

Your skills and experience:

• Extensive experience of Property & Casualty Underwriting is essential
• A sharp eye for detail and a head for strategy
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Up to 11% pension contributions
• Hybrid working (after 6 months)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options
• Health & wellbeing + virtual GP
• Career development and mentoring
• Inclusive culture + employee networks
• Share investment options

Our DEI Commitment:

We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. As an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident Employer, we ensure fair consideration for all applicants and offer interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different and are happy to explore flexible working options such as reduced hours or job shares to support work–life balance. If you meet the core criteria but not every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. Let’s explore how this role could support your next career step. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know we’re here to support you.