Stride Resource Management

7 job(s) at Stride Resource Management

Stride Resource Management Derby, Derbyshire
Jul 11, 2026
Full time
Our Client is an Insurance Broker who is looking for a Commercial Insurance Handler. This is a hybrid role with 3 days in the office and 2 days at home. The role will be to deal with commercial insurance business and commercial combined risks. The Role: The successful Commercial Insurance Handler will be responsible for a wide range of commercial insurance business to include SME and package policies, commercial combined, liability, motor fleet, PI, cyber etc. with premiums up to £10,000 Work closely with Account Executives where they have the Client relationship and working in line with the Clients' requirements. To prepare documentation for clients in relation to renewals, mid-term alterations and new business enquiries. You will deal with client queries on the phone, by email and face to face. You will provide a comprehensive customer service to meet the insurance needs of a range of clients. You will join a long standing team who will provide training and guidance where necessary The Required Skills: Previous experience within insurance is essential, ideally within an Insurance Broker working as a Commercial Account Handler, but applicants who have worked for and Insurance Company or MGA will be considered. Located in the Derby area Strong IT, communication and time management skills Ability to work within a team and individually Acturis would be an advantage, but not essential. Hybrid working 3 office and 2 at home Benefits: Pension Free parking at the premises Full induction and Training programme How To Apply: Call or text Rachel Goodman on Email
Stride Resource Management Stratford-upon-avon, Warwickshire
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
A well-established UK insurance business is looking to appoint a Senior Underwriter into its specialist liability team, based in Birmingham. This is a newly created opportunity within an established underwriting function, designed to strengthen underwriting quality, portfolio performance and long-term strategy rather than drive volume. This Senior Underwriter role sits within a stable and well-run insurance business with an existing, profitable portfolio. The focus is on specialist casualty and liability risks that are often niche, complex and non-standard. This is not a transactional or high-volume insurance role and will appeal to underwriters who enjoy technical decision-making and genuine ownership of outcomes. The Opportunity The business writes specialist liability insurance, handling risks that require judgement, experience and technical confidence. The Senior Underwriter will play a key role in shaping how the portfolio is managed and developed, working closely with brokers and internal stakeholders. This opportunity will suit: An experienced Senior Underwriter specialising in liability insurance, or A commercial combined underwriter with a strong liability background looking to move into a more specialist insurance role Why This Senior Underwriter Role Exists The portfolio is well established, but the business is investing in the next phase of growth. Rather than increasing volume, the focus is on clearer underwriting appetite, selective product development and improved portfolio management. This Senior Underwriter role has been created to influence underwriting decisions, challenge submissions and raise overall underwriting standards across the insurance book. The Role - Senior Underwriter (Insurance) As a Senior Underwriter, you will: Underwrite a portfolio of specialist casualty and liability insurance risks, including complex and non-standard cases Take ownership of larger, technically challenging underwriting decisions Act as a senior referral point on coverage, pricing, terms and risk selection Work closely with brokers and external stakeholders to improve submission quality Play an active role in portfolio management, including pricing, claims trends and retention Support underwriting strategy, product refinement and governance within the insurance function Contribute to policy wording development and coverage enhancements Share technical expertise and support the development of junior underwriters Have the option to move into a people-management role as the team grows (not mandatory) What They're Looking For An experienced Senior Underwriter with strong liability insurance experience Background as a specialist underwriter or from a commercial combined insurance role Confidence handling complex and non-standard liability risks Comfortable dealing directly with brokers and stakeholders A quality-led, portfolio-focused underwriting mindset ACII or equivalent insurance qualifications are advantageous but not essential Location & Working Pattern This Senior Underwriter role is based in Birmingham, with hybrid working (typically two days per week in the office). The Birmingham location is commutable from Coventry, Warwick, Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon, Bromsgrove, Redditch, Northampton, Banbury, Alcester and surrounding areas. What's On Offer A senior, autonomous Senior Underwriter position within a respected insurance business Exposure to interesting and specialist liability insurance risks The opportunity to influence underwriting strategy and portfolio performance Optional progression into management as the team expands Competitive salary, annual bonus and strong pension A stable insurance employer with low staff turnover and a long-term outlook This Senior Underwriter opportunity in Birmingham will suit someone who wants to focus on proper underwriting within insurance - either deepening specialist casualty expertise or moving away from broad commercial combined underwriting into a more technical liability role. Confidential discussions welcomed.
Stride Resource Management Redditch, Worcestershire
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
You'll play a key role in helping a growing commercial insurance broking team deliver high-quality advice and service. This isn't a heavy compliance role - it's about supporting your colleagues, sharing your expertise, and shaping best practice across the team. It's compliance with a 'small c' - making sure the team is following best practice and offering excellent service to clients, without heavy reporting, complaints management, or FCA/PRA oversight. What you'll do: Review files across new business, renewals, and mid-term adjustments to maintain quality and consistency. Provide practical feedback and coaching to help colleagues grow. Identify trends and training needs to improve team performance. Work with operational and technical colleagues to enhance processes. Influence team culture and help raise standards across the business. What you'll bring: Strong commercial insurance experience, ideally in broking or underwriting. Experience in file reviews, quality assurance, or technical assurance. Confidence in giving constructive feedback and coaching. Analytical skills to spot trends and patterns. Good communication and collaborative skills. What's in it for you: Autonomy and responsibility to shape team performance. Hybrid working (around 60% home-based). Competitive pay up to £55,000 plus 10-15% bonus, pension, and 25 days' leave + bank holidays. Supportive, growing team where your expertise is valued. Work-life balance and wellbeing benefits. If you want to use your commercial insurance experience to make a real difference, support colleagues, and take on more responsibility, this role in Birmingham / West Midlands could be your next step.
Stride Resource Management Manchester, Lancashire
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
Pricing & Reserving Risk ManagerHybrid (Halifax / Manchester / London) A leading UK insurer is seeking a Pricing & Reserving Risk Manager to join its established Risk function. This is a key role providing independent oversight, insight, and challenge across pricing, reserving, and capital activities, supporting informed decision-making at both operational and senior leadership levels. The Role Provide effective second-line oversight of pricing and reserving activities, ensuring robust risk management and governance Partner with teams across Pricing, Underwriting, Actuarial, and Finance to review and challenge key assumptions and outputs Translate technical actuarial analysis into clear, commercially focused risk insight for senior stakeholders Contribute to the ongoing development of risk frameworks, capability, and best practice across the organisation Candidate Profile Experience within General Insurance, with exposure to pricing, reserving, underwriting, or actuarial disciplines Strong analytical capability, with the ability to interpret complex outputs and communicate findings effectively Demonstrated ability to influence and provide constructive challenge in a collaborative manner Organised, professional, and delivery-focused approach Reward and Benefits Competitive salary with performance-related bonus Hybrid and flexible working arrangements tailored to individual needs Generous annual leave entitlement with option to buy or sell additional days Pension contribution of up to 12% Private medical cover and comprehensive wellbeing support Access to professional development, training, and qualifications Additional lifestyle benefits including retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and electric vehicle options This organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering flexibility and development opportunities to enable individuals to perform at their best.
Stride Resource Management Tamworth, Staffordshire
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
We are working with a leading insurance and claims solutions provider who are looking to appoint a Casualty Claims Handler in the West Midlands. This role offers hybrid working and is commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Lichfield, Tamworth, Sutton Coldfield, Nuneaton, and surrounding areas. As a Casualty Claims Handler , you will manage a caseload of EL and PL insurance claims, taking responsibility for investigating liability, assessing damages, and achieving fair outcomes. This is an opportunity for an experienced claims professional to gain more autonomy and responsibility, while working with a supportive and established insurance business. Responsibilities Handle and investigate casualty (EL/PL) insurance claims from first notification through to settlement Review, record, and manage claims within policy and compliance standards Gather evidence, adjust reserves, and explain liability decisions clearly Negotiate settlements within authority levels Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, solicitors, and third parties Respond to written and phone enquiries promptly and professionally Support colleagues with general administration where needed Liability Claims HandlerRequirements Experience handling EL and PL insurance claims Ability to evaluate liability, coverage, and recovery opportunities Knowledge of reserving principles Strong written and verbal communication skills Well organised, with the ability to manage your own caseload Eligible to work in the UK What's on Offer Salary up to £32,000 Hybrid working (West Midlands, commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Lichfield, Tamworth, Sutton Coldfield, Nuneaton, and surrounding areas) Autonomy and responsibility with professional support A role within a stable and well-regarded insurance group
Stride Resource Management Leicester, Leicestershire
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
We are working with an established insurance broker based in Leicester who is looking for a Commercial Insurance Advisor to work in their SME department. You will be dealing with Clients paying premiums up to £10,000. The Role: The successful Candidate will be responsible for dealing with renewals, mid-term alterations and new business quotations. You will deal with client queries on the phone and by email. You will provide a comprehensive customer service to meet the insurance needs of a range of clients. You will join a long standing team who will provide training and guidance where necessary The Required Skills: Previous experience within insurance is essential, ideally within Commercial Broking or Underwriting. Experience of dealing with package policies, commercial combined and E-Trading will be an advantage. Candidates from an Insurance Company or Insurance Broker background will be considered for this Commercial Insurance Handler role. Strong IT, communication and time management skills Ability to work within a team and individually
Stride Resource Management Kidderminster, Worcestershire
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
PORTFOLIO UNDERWRITER HYBRID - WEST MIDLANDS We are working with a highly successful and innovative MGA business with a long track record of exceptional growth and creative product development. In order to continue this success they are looking for experienced Commercial Underwriters to join the business in the exciting role of Portfolio Underwriters. This is a very unique role and tremendously exciting role and one that would suit someone who is looking for more than simply transactional underwriting. Giving you greater control and responsibility for account performance. As a Portfolio Underwriter you will: Drive the performance and profitability of your own product and scheme portfolios. Be an integral part of new and exciting projects to develop and enhance scheme propositions to the market. Use data driven insights to monitor performance, identify trends and make recommend adjustments to underwriting strategy, risk selection and pricing. Set clear and concise strategies for our regional underwriting units and be involved in developing and supporting their implementation. Utilise your market knowledge, extensive network and technical expertise to support the business with their ongoing growth and development strategy. As a Portfolio Underwriter you will have: Strong technical skills in Commercial Insurance Underwriting across mainly Property & Casualty lines of business with a good understanding of pricing. Experience of managing portfolio risk selection, MI analysis, Underwriting rules management and product development. An demonstratable ability to interpret and leverage data to drive strategic decisions. Strong analytical skills and an ability to translate data into actionable insights. Excellent knowledge of underwriting principles, risk selection and portfolio management. Knowledge and experience of MI tools and data visualisation platforms an advantage. As a Portfolio Underwriter you will receive: Annual Salary circa £80k Company Bonus Scheme 27 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays Company Pension providing up to 16% Flexible Hybrid Working options Extensive Benefits package Please get in touch for a confidential chat -