Contact Search Consultancy Ltd
Search Consultancy Ltd
Insurance Underwriter
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Contact Search Consultancy Ltd
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Salary
- £35,000 - 40,000 - Annum
- Recruiter
- Search Consultancy Ltd
- Closes
- 14 Dec 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
The Opportunity
A well-established and growing insurance business is looking to appoint an experienced Insurance Underwriter to join its underwriting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an underwriting professional who enjoys making commercial decisions, building broker relationships, and managing a varied portfolio of risks.
You'll be responsible for assessing new and existing business, analysing risk submissions, and ensuring profitable growth across the portfolio while delivering a high level of service to brokers and clients.
Key Responsibilities
Assess and underwrite new business, renewals, and mid-term adjustments
Evaluate risk information and make informed underwriting decisions
Maintain underwriting standards and adhere to company guidelines
Build and develop relationships with brokers and key stakeholders
Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing where appropriate
Monitor portfolio performance and identify opportunities for growth
Support business development initiatives and regional market activity
Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements
About You
Previous experience within insurance underwriting
Strong knowledge of commercial or personal lines insurance
Ability to assess risk and make sound commercial decisions
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Strong attention to detail and analytical ability
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Cert CII or progression towards professional qualifications would be advantageous
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Competitive salary and annual bonus
Hybrid and flexible working options
Company pension scheme
Ongoing professional development and support with CII qualifications
Clear career progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Interested?
If you're an experienced Underwriter looking for a fresh challenge with a business that values expertise and career development, we'd love to hear from you.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Ad ID: 5419162510
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