Senior Underwriter - A&H Corporate

Chubb; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Underwriter to join their dynamic team in Birmingham. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with key brokers and clients, driving portfolio growth while ensuring compliance and profitability. The ideal candidate will possess extensive underwriting experience and a solid grasp of the insurance market. With a focus on personal and professional development, the company provides a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact client retention and business success. If you're ready to advance your career in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary & pension

Discretionary bonus

25 days annual leave plus 5 additional days

Hybrid working

Private medical cover

Employee share purchase plan

Life assurance

Gym membership discounts

Learning & development programs

Employee assistance

Qualifications

• Extensive underwriting and market experience within a global organization.
• Solid understanding of the insurance market and competitors.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business or renewals according to guidelines and business plans.
• Manage P&L for existing and new clients, ensuring profitability and compliance.

Skills

Underwriting Experience

Market Knowledge

Client Management

Decision-Making Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Excel Proficiency

Teamwork

Education

ACII (preferred)

A Levels or higher

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Are you passionate about progressing your career within the largest publicly traded property and casualty insurer in the world?

Are you looking to further your knowledge in a multinational corporate organisation? An individual who is motivated to succeed in a role that offers personal growth and opportunities for career advancement. If this appeals to your current career expectations then we would love to hear from you.

We are searching for a Senior Underwriter to form a key part of Chubb's A&H Midlands & South Corporate Team. The successful candidate will have underwriting experience at a Senior Underwriter or Underwriter level and will be responsible for generating growth of the Portfolio with key Brokers and Clients, while maintaining and developing a portfolio of existing accounts.

Role responsibilities include:

• Underwriting and servicing personal accident and travel policies for Corporate clients and the production of new business.
• Supporting our Accident & Health business by developing and managing relationships with a panel of accounts, both existing and new to Chubb.
• Account management, referrals, portfolio management, product development, compliance, and governance.
• Planning, forecasting, reporting, and liaising with key Chubb stakeholders to maximize opportunities.

Key responsibilities:

• Underwrite new business or renewals according to guidelines, budget, and business plans.
• Represent Chubb to brokers, clients, and internal teams, servicing key producers and clients, and maximizing cross-selling opportunities.
• Assist in formulating underwriting strategies, forecasts, and portfolio management to achieve profitability, including quality control through reviews.
• Develop products within your area of expertise to improve client retention and attract new business, collaborating across teams and regions.
• Maintain ongoing contact with internal colleagues and clients, and help train and mentor underwriters and assistants.
• Provide accurate monthly and quarterly forecasts.

Account Management:

• Manage P&L for existing and new clients, ensuring profitability, appropriate pricing, and terms.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory principles, including FCA and Treating Customers Fairly, and that contracts are current and relevant.
• Set and achieve business plans for retention, development, growth, and profitability of key partners and clients.

Projects and Data Initiatives:

• Support regional and global project initiatives.
• Contribute to A&H product development and digital underwriting analytics to enhance distribution channels.

Qualifications:

• ACII preferred but not essential.
• A Levels or higher qualification.

Skills & experience:

• Extensive underwriting and market experience, preferably within a global organization.
• Solid understanding of the insurance market and competitors.
• Proven experience working with brokers and clients.
• Results-oriented with strong decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and data management.
• Team player with a commitment to high-quality service.

We offer:

Competitive salary & pension, discretionary bonus, 25 days annual leave plus 5 additional days, hybrid working, private medical cover, employee share purchase plan, life assurance, gym membership discounts, learning & development programs, and employee assistance.

Our values are integrity, client focus, respect, excellence, and teamwork. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, treating everyone with fairness and respect, and providing accessible recruitment processes. If you require reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please let us know.