Job Description
Lead P&C Underwriter - East Anglia
Location: East Anglia (Hybrid Working Available)Career Area: UnderwritingSalary: Dependent on experience
We are seeking an experienced Lead Property & Casualty (P&C) Underwriter to join a leading insurer. This senior role focuses on managing and growing an existing commercial P&C portfolio, delivering profitable outcomes, and strengthening broker relationships in the East Anglia region.
This role offers flexible working, with a mix of remote and office-based days. You may be expected to work at least two days per week in the East Anglia office, attend client meetings, or industry events.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead the management and growth of a portfolio of complex commercial P&C risks.
- Deliver profitable underwriting results through effective account and portfolio management.
- Act as a senior referral point, providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior underwriters.
- Influence and embed underwriting philosophy to achieve financial and strategic objectives.
- Support financial planning, performance monitoring, and analysis of underwriting trends.
- Build and maintain strong broker relationships to secure and retain key accounts.
What You'll Bring
- Extensive experience underwriting complex commercial P&C risks.
- Proven track record managing and growing UK commercial P&C portfolios.
- Strong ability to influence and negotiate with brokers and key stakeholders.
- Excellent commercial judgment, risk assessment, and decision-making skills.
- Professional qualifications (ACII or equivalent) preferred.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
Additional Information
- Must be eligible and authorised to work in the UK.
- This role is subject to Insurance Distribution Directive (IDD) compliance and pre-employment screening.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Annual company and performance-based bonus
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Private medical cover
- 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy/sell up to 5 days
- Wellbeing services and employee discount schemes
Contact:Emily Doull-Reeves, Associate Director - Underwriting on
Applications may close earlier than advertised due to high interest.
