Senior Technical Underwriter Belfast

NFU Mutual; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NFU Mutual as a Regional Senior Technician in Underwriting, managing complex cases and training peers. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, supporting a culture of inclusivity and community engagement.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Family Friendly policies

Savings discounts at High Street brands

Health and wellbeing plans

Voluntary benefits including private medical insurance

Employee volunteering opportunities

Refer a Friend bonus scheme (£500)

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Employee discounts on NFU Mutual policies

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing complex Commercial Underwriting cases.
• Technical expertise in a regulated environment.
• Experience in supporting or developing peers.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex, high-value underwriting cases.
• Lead training and coaching efforts for peers.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and positive outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Salary: Up to £57,500 + 17.5% annual bonus + benefits package

• Become part of a national evolving Commercial Underwriting function within a reputable and stable organisation
• Act as one of the most senior referral points for our Regional Underwriting teams
• Hybrid role with 3 days a week working from home and 2 days based at one of our offices in Stratford-upon-Avon, Bristol, York, Glasgow or Belfast

About the role

Join NFU Mutual as a pivotal member of our Regional Senior Technician Underwriting team, managing complex, high-value cases and ensuring the delivery of technical activity. You’ll advise, train, and guide others to maintain technical knowledge and capabilities across regions, meeting objectives, KPIs, and delivering exceptional customer service.

You will manage the administration and resolution of intricate cases, ensuring regulatory compliance and positive outcomes for members. Additionally, you’ll lead training and coaching efforts, develop technical capabilities, and contribute to strategic planning aimed at continuous improvement and efficiency enhancements.

Please note the internal job title for this role is Regional Senior Technician – Underwriting.

About you

You should have a proven track record in managing complex Commercial Underwriting cases, providing technical expertise in a regulated environment, and supporting or developing peers.

You will also need:

• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• High attention to detail with pragmatic and logical thinking
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Experience in building and managing stakeholder relationships
• Report writing experience (desirable)

We support an inclusive workplace and value diversity. We encourage candidates to discuss any adjustments needed during the recruitment process. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a Race at Work and Women in Finance Charter signatory, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

Benefits and Rewards

Expect a supportive culture and attractive rewards, including:

• Salary up to £57,500 depending on experience
• Annual bonus (up to 17.5%)
• Contributory pension scheme, up to 20%
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + holiday trading scheme
• Family Friendly policies
• Savings discounts at High Street brands, travel, supermarkets
• £20 monthly gym contribution (T&Cs apply)
• Health and wellbeing plans
• Voluntary benefits including private medical and dental insurance
• Employee volunteering opportunities
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme (£500)
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Employee discounts on NFU Mutual policies

Working at NFU Mutual

We’re a leading UK general insurance and financial services provider with a history of over 110 years. Recognised for our workplace culture with awards like the Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2023, we focus on empowering our people, growth opportunities, and community respect. Our ethos of trust, respect, and personal service guides us, and we aim to continue building on our reputation for loyalty and excellence.

Our address: Harvester House, 4-8 Adelaide St, Belfast, BT2 8GE

Join us and be part of a growing organisation committed to customer service, community, and innovation.