745 Commercial Underwriting jobs in the United Kingdom
Senior Risk Assessor - Commercial Underwriting
Posted 4 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive risk analysis for new and renewal commercial insurance applications.
- Develop and apply underwriting guidelines and pricing strategies.
- Collaborate with underwriters and brokers to negotiate policy terms and conditions.
- Identify emerging risks and trends within the commercial insurance market.
- Prepare detailed risk reports and recommendations for senior management.
- Mentor junior members of the underwriting team.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including clients and intermediaries.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in commercial insurance underwriting or risk assessment.
- In-depth knowledge of financial analysis and risk management principles.
- Excellent understanding of UK insurance regulations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACII or equivalent) are highly desirable.
- A bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field is preferred.
This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a leading insurance provider, with a balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, based in Glasgow, Scotland, UK . We are committed to fostering a supportive and challenging work environment where your expertise will be valued and your career can thrive. Join us and play a crucial role in safeguarding businesses against complex risks.
Head of Commercial Insurance Underwriting
Posted 8 days ago
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Chartered Accountant - Financial Analysis
Posted 14 days ago
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Head of Underwriting - Commercial Insurance
Posted 2 days ago
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Head of Underwriting - Commercial Insurance
Posted 16 days ago
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Head of Underwriting - Commercial Property
Posted 18 days ago
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Head of Underwriting (Commercial Lines)
Posted 18 days ago
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Head of Underwriting - Commercial Lines
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute the underwriting strategy for commercial lines of business.
- Manage and mentor the underwriting team, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Oversee the underwriting of complex and large commercial risks to ensure profitability and adherence to risk appetite.
- Develop and refine underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and portfolio performance to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
- Collaborate with claims, actuarial, and product development teams to optimize the product lifecycle.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and distribution partners.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal controls.
- Develop and manage the underwriting budget.
- Contribute to business development initiatives and strategic planning.
- Provide expert underwriting advice and support across the organization.
- ACII or equivalent professional qualification in insurance is essential.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial lines insurance underwriting, with significant experience in a leadership or management role.
- Proven expertise in underwriting various commercial insurance products (e.g., property, casualty, professional indemnity).
- Strong understanding of risk management, pricing, and portfolio management principles.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful underwriting strategies.
- Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
- Experience working within a hybrid office environment.
Underwriting Manager - Commercial Lines
Posted 1 day ago
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As the Underwriting Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing the underwriting strategy for commercial insurance products. This includes setting underwriting guidelines, managing a portfolio of business, and ensuring adherence to risk appetite and profitability targets. You will lead and mentor a team of experienced underwriters, fostering their professional development and ensuring high standards of technical expertise and customer service. Your role will involve close collaboration with brokers, agents, and other internal stakeholders to build strong relationships and identify new business opportunities.
A deep understanding of the commercial insurance market, including property, casualty, and specialty lines, is essential. You will be adept at analyzing complex risks, making informed underwriting decisions, and managing the underwriting cycle effectively. The ability to interpret market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes will be crucial for adapting strategies and maintaining a competitive edge. This role requires a strong presence in the Birmingham office to facilitate team collaboration and client engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement underwriting strategies and guidelines for commercial lines of business.
- Manage and grow a profitable book of commercial insurance business.
- Lead, train, and motivate a team of commercial underwriters.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback to the underwriting team.
- Analyze underwriting results, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, and key clients.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Contribute to product development and innovation within the commercial lines portfolio.
- Represent the company at industry events and meetings.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in commercial lines underwriting, with a significant portion in a senior or supervisory capacity.
- Proven track record of achieving underwriting profitability and growth targets.
- Strong understanding of insurance principles, risk management, and financial analysis.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACII) are highly desirable.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
Underwriting Manager - Commercial Property
Posted 5 days ago
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Key responsibilities include developing and implementing underwriting strategies aligned with company objectives, managing the underwriting team's performance, and providing mentorship and training. You will analyze market trends, competitor activities, and loss data to identify opportunities and mitigate risks. Establishing and maintaining effective broker relationships is crucial, involving regular communication, negotiation, and providing expert technical advice. The role requires a thorough understanding of policy wording, regulatory requirements, and risk engineering principles applicable to commercial property. You will be responsible for setting underwriting authority levels, monitoring portfolio performance against key metrics (such as loss ratios and premium income), and contributing to the development of new products and services. A significant part of the role involves collaborating with claims, actuarial, and sales departments to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management and business development. Driving continuous improvement in underwriting processes and efficiency through the adoption of new technologies and best practices will be a key focus. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to shape the future of our commercial property insurance offering.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in commercial property insurance underwriting, with a proven track record in a management or senior supervisory role.
- Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, pricing, and portfolio management for commercial property risks.
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven leadership and team management capabilities, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and data analysis tools.
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACII) are highly desirable.
- In-depth knowledge of insurance regulations and market dynamics.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.