Senior Underwriter

5 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Markel Corporation Full time
Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Underwriter to join our team in the UK. This exciting opportunity is based within the renewals department, where you will be dealing with a wide variety of Professional and Management risks, including Cyber and Technology risks.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in financial lines underwriting, including Professional liability, Cyber, and Management risks. They will also possess a consistent record of building and developing broker relationships.

The role involves handling a portfolio and risks, underwriting large and complex renewal cases within defined authority, collaborating with the Markel Claims team on claims for complex cases, and providing excellent service to our brokers.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Handle a portfolio and risks, underwrite large and complex renewal cases within the defined underwriting authority.
  • Collaborate with the Markel Claims team on claims on complex cases to ensure best outcomes for policyholders and Markel.
  • Provide excellent service to our brokers, prioritising renewals and mid-term adjustments to ensure deadlines are met and maximising our business development opportunities.
  • Develop team members' technical knowledge through mentoring, day-to-day underwriting referrals and exposure to underwriting risks.

What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, plus annual bonus and strong benefits package.
  • 25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy/sell extra leave.
  • Fantastic company pension scheme, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, travel insurance cover, income protection, season ticket loan, and other great benefits on offer.


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