Underwriter (Sports Insurance)

Aston Charles; Witham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading MGA in the insurance sector seeks an Underwriter to manage relationships and underwrite bespoke sports insurance products. The ideal candidate will have commercial underwriting expertise, particularly in football, rugby, and golf sectors, and will thrive in a collaborative environment. This hybrid role offers flexibility and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Background in commercial underwriting, preferably sports-related.
• Strong technical skills in Commercial Combined, Property, or Casualty.
• Experience managing relationships with brokers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with brokers and clients.
• Underwrite new and renewal business.
• Issue policies with negotiated terms.

Skills

Numeracy

Stakeholder Management

Collaboration

Job description

Job Type: Permanent

Sector:

General Insurance

Specialism:

Underwriting

Location:

London & South

Town/City:

Witham

Salary Range:

£40,000 - £69,999

Salary Description:

Salary negotiable, plus market-leading benefits

Posted:

13-Jun-25

Start Date:

ASAP

Recruiter:

Aston Charles

Job Reference:

RJ2280VG

Job Views:

7

Description:

This role is with a highly reputable MGA owned by a global broking giant, offering a "best in class" service in the market. The company is expanding its market share in sports insurance, particularly within football, rugby, and golf niches.

Responsibilities include managing relationships with brokers and clients, underwriting new and renewal business, and issuing policies with negotiated terms. The role involves dealing with bespoke sports insurance products such as Commercial Combined, Property, Liability, and Specialist lines.

Ideal candidates will have a background in commercial underwriting, preferably with experience in sports or related sectors, or strong technical underwriting skills in Commercial Combined, Property, or Casualty. Brokers with delegated authority experience are also encouraged to apply. The role excludes auto-rated business.

Applicants must be highly numerate, possess excellent IT and stakeholder management skills, and enjoy working collaboratively towards shared goals.

This is a hybrid role, with flexibility for remote work for outstanding candidates. The benefits package includes a competitive salary and a market-leading pension scheme that significantly enhances contributions.

For more information, contact Aston Charles, specialists in General Insurance and Financial Services recruitment.