Senior Insurance Underwriting Manager

3 weeks ago


Scotland, United Kingdom Opus People Solutions Ltd Full time

Senior Underwriter Opportunity

Glasgow, Scotland

We offer a competitive salary of £57K depending on experience.

As a Senior Underwriter, you will manage the profitability and income of the branch, with full ownership of financial results for designated accounts and brokers. You'll shape key underwriting strategies and build meaningful broker and stakeholder relationships.

The Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent the business in presenting tailored insurance propositions for large Mid-Market and Mid-Corporate risks.
  • Use your underwriting expertise to negotiate competitive coverage, pricing, and terms.
  • Develop a robust pipeline of new business opportunities, focusing on growth and profitability.
  • Build and maintain strong broker relationships across the region, taking ownership of sourcing and placing profitable commercial business.
  • Act as a key referral point for underwriting decisions, supporting and mentoring other underwriters in the team.
  • Drive service excellence and ensure collaboration within the branch.

Requirements:

  • Progress towards Dip CII qualification or equivalent experience.
  • Strong technical underwriting skills within a commercial insurance setting.
  • Excellent understanding of the commercial insurance market, including broker relations, pricing, and risk assessment.
  • Proven decision-making skills across complex underwriting scenarios.
  • Strong relationship-building abilities, commercial awareness, and negotiation skills.
  • Analytical mind with experience in account monitoring and action planning.

Why Work with Us?

We value our people and offer a supportive environment for career growth. You'll have flexibility to work from home and in our Glasgow office, with a balance that suits your lifestyle. Our attractive rewards package includes:

  • Competitive salary
  • Annual performance-based bonus
  • Up to 12% contributory pension
  • Life assurance (up to 10x annual salary)
  • 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (with the option to buy or sell extra days)
  • Discounts and gym benefits

Be part of a dynamic team where your expertise will shape the future of commercial underwriting.


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