Property and Casualty Underwriter

1 month ago

Bristol, United Kingdom Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. Full time

Location: Bristol or Birmingham, Hybrid

Salary: £38,000 to £45,000 depending on experience plus excellent benefits and career opportunities. 

 

The opportunity

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Property and Casualty Underwriter. As a key member of our underwriting department, you will play a crucial role in assessing and evaluating risks associated with new business applications for property and casualty insurance.

 

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.  

 

Responsibilities:

  • Review and analyse new business applications for property and casualty insurance coverage.
  • Assess risks and determine appropriate coverage and premium rates.
  • Conduct thorough research and gather necessary information to make informed underwriting decisions.
  • Collaborate with other underwriters and insurance professionals to ensure accurate and consistent underwriting practices.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and best practices.

 

Skills and Experience:

  • Proven experience as a property and casualty underwriter, preferably in a new business capacity.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with complex information.
  • Proficient in using underwriting software and other relevant tools.
  • Knowledge of insurance industry regulations and guidelines.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Professional and strong work ethic.

 

If you are a dedicated and results-oriented professional looking to make a significant impact in the insurance industry, we encourage you to apply for the position of Property and Casualty Underwriter. Join our team and contribute to our ongoing success in providing exceptional insurance solutions to our clients.

 

Who we are:   

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.   

  

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.  

  

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.   

  

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.  

      

Our Culture:    

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.  

 

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and 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’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.  

 

We’re passionate 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’ve awarded 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.   

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