Senior Underwriter

Avencia Consulting Services; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise d'assurance en croissance recherche un Senior Underwriter pour rejoindre son équipe de renouvellements à Leeds, avec la possibilité de travailler à distance. Le rôle implique de gérer des risques pour des secteurs comme le bien-être social et les établissements scolaires, dans un environnement de travail axé sur le soutien et les personnes.

Qualifications

• Expérience avérée en underwriting commercial (idéalement en services sociaux).
• Capacité à développer des relations avec les courtiers.
• Souhait ou détention de qualifications CII (entièrement financées).

Responsibilities

• Souscrire des renouvellements, y compris des cas complexes et à forte prime.
• Gérer les références des courtiers via e-trading, email et téléphone.
• Construire et maintenir des relations solides avec les courtiers.

Skills

Commercial underwriting experience

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Broker relationship development

MS Office

E-trading systems

Education

CII qualifications

Job description

The opportunity

A growing insurance business is seeking a Senior Underwriter to join its Renewals Team, with flexibility to work 3 days in the office (Leeds) and 2 days from home. Offices are also available in Manchester and Birmingham.

The role focuses on Social Welfare and Charity risks, including foster care, rehab centres, and special needs schools. The team has a strong industry reputation and offers an exciting chance to work in a supportive, people-first environment.

Key responsibilities

• Underwrite renewals, including complex and high-premium cases
• Manage broker referrals via e-trading, email, and phone
• Build and maintain strong broker relationships
• Attend market update meetings and share insights
• Ensure compliance with company guidelines and profitability targets
• Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell
• Support team development and assist with ad hoc projects

Skills & experience

• Proven commercial underwriting experience (social welfare a plus)
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to develop broker relationships
• Confident using MS Office and e-trading systems
• Willingness to pursue or already hold CII qualifications (fully funded)