- Location
- GB
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Insurance
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Vincere
Description
Development Underwriter – Commercial Lines (Home Based)
Location: South East - Kent / Essex (home based)
Salary: to £75,000 DOE + excellent benefits package
A leading insurance organisation is seeking an experienced Underwriter to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys building strong broker relationships and delivering high‑quality underwriting service within the SME sector.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of new business, with a strong emphasis on service, trading and broker engagement. This position suits someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is confident making underwriting decisions within delegated authority.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing and underwriting new business quotations across a range of commercial products, ensuring alignment with underwriting appetite and service level agreements.
- Handling queries efficiently and professionally to support brokers and internal teams.
- Maintaining regular communication with Business Development Managers to strengthen broker relationships.
- Acting as a referral point for colleagues with lower underwriting authority.
- Collaborating closely with the wider team to ensure work is completed within agreed SLAs and service standards.
- Responding to broker calls in a professional, friendly and solutions‑focused manner.
- Operating within delegated underwriting authority and following internal guidelines, escalating where appropriate.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes and contribute to wider business goals.
- Ensuring compliance with Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) and all regulatory expectations.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- Self‑motivated with strong influencing and relationship‑building skills.
- Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal.
- Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Organised and detail‑focused, ensuring processes and procedures are followed.
- Able to perform under pressure and manage competing priorities.
- Strong problem‑solving skills with a proactive approach.
- Minimum 2 years’ underwriting experience within commercial insurance (property/casualty).
- Cert CII or working towards ACII.
Desirable
- Experience within a similar delegated authority environment.
- Advanced progression toward ACII preferred.
Additional Requirements
- A positive, professional attitude when dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
- Reliable and dependable work ethic.
- Commitment to upholding company values and contributing to a strong market reputation.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Private healthcare
- Generous pension scheme
- Excellent career development opportunities
Contact
Emily Doull-Reeves, Associate Director – Underwriting on 07889 672926
[email protected]