Underwriter

Arch Capital Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Arch Europe Insurance Services Ltd in Manchester is seeking an underwriter with at least 2 years' experience to manage own cases, write within appetite, and uphold underwriting authority. You will work closely with brokers and internal stakeholders to meet divisional targets, maintain records, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes negotiation, effective communication, and cross-functional collaboration across the UKR regional offices.

Qualifications

• 2+ years underwriting experience with proven case management.
• Ability to negotiate flexibly within authority and appetite.
• Experience collaborating across functions and with brokers.

Responsibilities

• Manage own cases (renewal and/or new business) within appetite and authority.
• Handle referrals for underwriters/apprentices while following guidelines.
• Maintain records of underwriting decisions and processes.
• Support QA procedures with case reviews to ensure standards.
• Develop trading relationships with broking partners to aid conversion.
• Collaborate with UKR regional offices and other parts of the organisation.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Selling skills

Organisational skills

Risk perception

Pricing of risk

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Minimum A level standard

Cert CII in progress

Job description

Role Summary and Purpose

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility.

To achieve income and profit objectives through the delivery of efficient case underwriting, ensuring that all underwriting decisions align with internal guidelines, appetite and regulatory requirements.

Working closely with brokers and internal stakeholders to achieve divisional strategy, financial plan and personal objectives.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage own cases (renewal and/or new business), writing within appetite, and underwriting authority.
• Handle referral cases for Underwriters/Apprentices with less experience, whilst adhering to individual authority level.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of underwriting decisions.
• Adopt and adhere to company and NUH prescribed processes and best practice / standard work.
• Support the Company's QA procedures by conducting case reviews, when required, to ensure that technical procedures and standards are followed.
• Work towards divisional retention, conversion, rate and loss ratio targets.
• Enhance Arch's standing and presence nationally by establishing and maintaining strong personal relationships with broking partners.
• Display strong negotiation skills that aide conversion and relationships with all key brokers.
• Maintain and enhance personal knowledge of relevant technical topics.
• Work collaboratively with other parts of the organisation, most notably the UKR regional offices.
• Maintain and enhance personal knowledge of relevant technical topics.
• Work collaboratively with other parts of the organisation, most notably the UKR regional offices.

Role Requirements & Skills

• At least 2 years' experience in underwriting
• Being able to negotiate flexibly and appropriately
• Effective selling skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Risk Perception
• Pricing of risk accordingly
• Successfully developing effective trading relationshipsConsistently achieving goals and objectives
• Experience working across functions / matrix organisation to collaborate and build strong relationships
• Operational effectiveness and efficiency
• Clear and effective communication

Qualifications

• Minimum A level standard preferred
• Professional Certification - progress towards Cert CII preferred

Experience

The job holder will ideally have experience in the Commercial Insurance industry, strong interpersonal skills and work in a structured, organised and planned manner.

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