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We are seeking an experienced Underwriter to join our Middle Market team in Manchester. This role involves underwriting multi-line risks across key industry verticals such as real estate, hospitality, financial institutions, professional services, technology, education, and life science. The successful candidate will work closely with retail brokers to build strong, long-term partnerships.
Main Responsibilities
- Prioritise and evaluate new and renewal submissions to identify profitable opportunities.
- Analyse risk exposures, structure policies, and determine appropriate pricing.
- Set terms and conditions in alignment with company underwriting strategies.
- Attend client and broker meetings, events, and networking activities.
- Ensure underwriting discipline and compliance with company guidelines.
- Grow and maintain a strong portfolio by developing relationships with clients and brokers.
- Support effective risk management and compliance initiatives.
- Conduct underwriting audits as necessary.
- Handle underwriting referrals for approval on risks beyond delegated authority.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Cross-class underwriting experience within the middle market sector.
- Undergraduate degree in Insurance, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- At least 3+ years of property and casualty (P&C) underwriting experience.
- Proven expertise within the middle market space.
- Established relationships with retail brokers.
- Strong negotiation and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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