Underwriting Analyst

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Douglas; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 12%

Annual bonus

Life cover

Private medical insurance

Flexible working

Volunteer programme

Job summary

Zurich on the Isle of Man is seeking an Underwriting Analyst to join the International Group Protection Underwriting Team. You will support growth and profitability of the Group Protection portfolio through data-driven analysis and sound underwriting decisions.

We offer structured training, hands-on experience and ongoing support from seasoned underwriters, with opportunities to develop technical analytical skills in Excel, SQL, R and Python while working across international and domestic

Qualifications

• Experience in insurance or strong interest in underwriting and analytics.
• Ability to interpret complex information and draw evidence-based conclusions.
• Willingness to learn, adapt and communicate recommendations clearly.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite small and standard Group Protection schemes with guidance.
• Own monthly loss ratio reporting and portfolio analysis.
• Develop analytical reports and dashboards to monitor schemes.
• Maintain robust management information and governance records.
• Engage in internal underwriting training and professional development.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Excel

SQL

R

Python

Job description

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Closing date for applications: 6th September 2026

The opportunity

Are you looking to build a career where analytical thinking, commercial awareness and data-driven decision-making come together?

As part of our International Group Protection Underwriting Team, you'll join a business committed to being a leading provider across both International and Domestic markets. We're looking for a curious, motivated and ambitious individual to join us as an Underwriting Analyst, supporting the growth and profitability of our Group Protection portfolio.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with data and understanding risk. Whether you're starting your career or looking to develop existing analytical skills, you'll receive structured training, hands‑on experience and ongoing support from experienced underwriting professionals.

Through our internal underwriting training programme and practical experience, you'll develop a strong understanding of underwriting principles, portfolio management and risk analysis, providing a solid foundation for a long‑term career within underwriting and insurance.

What will you be doing?

• Underwriting: Working alongside experienced underwriters to assess small and standard Group Protection schemes, applying underwriting guidelines, evaluating risk and commercial viability, and supporting sound underwriting decisions.
• Portfolio Analysis: Taking increasing ownership of monthly loss ratio reporting and portfolio analysis, helping identify emerging trends, risk exposures and opportunities to improve portfolio performance and profitability.
• Data & Insight: Developing analytical reports, dashboards and management information to monitor Group Savings and Group Protection schemes, identifying unusual patterns, deteriorating experience and areas requiring further investigation.
• Governance & Controls: Maintaining accurate management information, supporting control processes and ensuring records remain robust, auditable and compliant with internal governance requirements.
• Professional Development: Building relationships with colleagues across the wider insurance business, completing our internal underwriting training programme and potentially receiving financial support towards relevant professional qualifications.

What are we looking for?

• Previous insurance experience would be advantageous but is not essential. We're looking for someone with the curiosity, enthusiasm and commitment to develop their underwriting and analytical capabilities.
• A genuine interest in understanding how economic, social and geopolitical factors can influence risk and business outcomes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and draw evidence‑based conclusions.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, make sound judgements and communicate recommendations within established guidelines.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with a willingness to take ownership, embrace change and continuously learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain analysis and decisions clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• Confidence working with data and a willingness to develop technical analytical skills. Experience with Excel, SQL, R, Python or similar tools would be advantageous.

Our culture

At Zurich on the Isle of Man, our sense of community is strong andwe’reparticularly passionate about diversity and inclusion. We want our people to bring their whole selves to the workplace and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, race, gender or sexual identity, beliefs, or culture. We are committed to treating all our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We have an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental,socialand financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support.We’realso committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’repassionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm,Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’veawarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over£90 million.

So, make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

The financials

• Competitive salary.
• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income Protection.
• Life cover - four times your salary.
• Free Car Parking, including electric car charging points.

Time away

• 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Your health is important to us

• Access to Private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.
• Flexible working.
• Free fruit on a Weekly basis

We're making a difference

• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. Our modern and sustainable office is BREEAM and SAGE Plus accredited.
• Zurich is passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community actively through the IOM Staff Charity Fund.