The underwriting team at IPS Group Birmingham are supporting a highly regarded global Insurer often mentioned as one of the most desirable Insurers to work for in the market. They are looking to appoint a Senior Construction Underwriter in this new business focused role which can be based in either Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds. This is a senior, high profile role with responsibility for driving new business, managing key broker relationships, and contributing to the growth of a £25M construction portfolio. You'll be joining a team of experienced Construction Underwriters with high visibility and direct exposure to senior leadership, this role will offer real influence over underwriting strategy and portfolio development. You'll be working across a varied and technically engaging mix of business including annual contractors policies and project specific construction risks. You will be a referral oversight for liability underwriters where construction elements require specialist input. Key Responsibilities Underwriting & Trading Underwrite construction risks across a multi-line portfolio Assess, price, and negotiate new business opportunities Manage a consistent flow of submissions via CRM systems Make timely, commercially sound underwriting decisions Broker Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers across the UK Drive engagement through regular calls and face-to-face meetings Clearly communicate underwriting appetite and capabilities Identify and convert new business opportunities Business Development Develop and manage your own pipeline of business Support the growth of open market trading activity Contribute to the expansion of facilities and schemes Technical Leadership Act as a referral point for complex risks Mentor and support junior underwriters Provide technical guidance across underwriting teams Strategic Contribution Contribute to evaluation of facilities, schemes, and tenders Support portfolio growth initiatives and innovation To be considered you must have construction underwriting experience, this can either be an established Senior Underwriter looking for a new challenge or an Underwriter looking to step up into a senior role. This is a real stand out opportunity to join an Insurer who offers something a little different to the average composite. They are in serious growth mode and are doing things in the right way. You will be rewarded with a base salary up to £80,000 + a bonus of up to 20% and an excellent benefits package including private medical and dental and an excellent pension.
Jul 11, 2026
Full time
The underwriting team at IPS Group Birmingham are supporting a highly regarded global Insurer often mentioned as one of the most desirable Insurers to work for in the market. They are looking to appoint a Senior Construction Underwriter in this new business focused role which can be based in either Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds. This is a senior, high profile role with responsibility for driving new business, managing key broker relationships, and contributing to the growth of a £25M construction portfolio. You'll be joining a team of experienced Construction Underwriters with high visibility and direct exposure to senior leadership, this role will offer real influence over underwriting strategy and portfolio development. You'll be working across a varied and technically engaging mix of business including annual contractors policies and project specific construction risks. You will be a referral oversight for liability underwriters where construction elements require specialist input. Key Responsibilities Underwriting & Trading Underwrite construction risks across a multi-line portfolio Assess, price, and negotiate new business opportunities Manage a consistent flow of submissions via CRM systems Make timely, commercially sound underwriting decisions Broker Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers across the UK Drive engagement through regular calls and face-to-face meetings Clearly communicate underwriting appetite and capabilities Identify and convert new business opportunities Business Development Develop and manage your own pipeline of business Support the growth of open market trading activity Contribute to the expansion of facilities and schemes Technical Leadership Act as a referral point for complex risks Mentor and support junior underwriters Provide technical guidance across underwriting teams Strategic Contribution Contribute to evaluation of facilities, schemes, and tenders Support portfolio growth initiatives and innovation To be considered you must have construction underwriting experience, this can either be an established Senior Underwriter looking for a new challenge or an Underwriter looking to step up into a senior role. This is a real stand out opportunity to join an Insurer who offers something a little different to the average composite. They are in serious growth mode and are doing things in the right way. You will be rewarded with a base salary up to £80,000 + a bonus of up to 20% and an excellent benefits package including private medical and dental and an excellent pension.
I have been appointed by a highly respected global insurer with a universally recognised brand. Operating from prestigious city centre offices, their Manchester operation focuses on delivering commercial insurance solutions via a diverse panel of brokers throughout the UK. Due to considerable investment in their mid-market proposition, my client is keen to attract an experienced and relationships focused Property and Casualty Underwriter to join their well-established and experienced team. Your role will be focused on building relationships with key brokers, underwriting new business (and renewals where strategically appropriate) to support profitable growth of the branch account. The panel consists of consolidators and larger provincial and city independents, a strategic approach focusing on key supporting brokers, as well as development of less aligned accounts targeted for growth will be key to your success. An underwriting background is essential, however strong behaviours are the key to this appointment, and the ideal candidate will be trading focused, possess sound communication and negotiation skills and have a presence in the regional market. Working for a global market leader you will receive a competitive salary along with excellent benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business who have a reputation for the reward and recognition of their people and can offer genuine opportunities for career development.
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
I have been appointed by a highly respected global insurer with a universally recognised brand. Operating from prestigious city centre offices, their Manchester operation focuses on delivering commercial insurance solutions via a diverse panel of brokers throughout the UK. Due to considerable investment in their mid-market proposition, my client is keen to attract an experienced and relationships focused Property and Casualty Underwriter to join their well-established and experienced team. Your role will be focused on building relationships with key brokers, underwriting new business (and renewals where strategically appropriate) to support profitable growth of the branch account. The panel consists of consolidators and larger provincial and city independents, a strategic approach focusing on key supporting brokers, as well as development of less aligned accounts targeted for growth will be key to your success. An underwriting background is essential, however strong behaviours are the key to this appointment, and the ideal candidate will be trading focused, possess sound communication and negotiation skills and have a presence in the regional market. Working for a global market leader you will receive a competitive salary along with excellent benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business who have a reputation for the reward and recognition of their people and can offer genuine opportunities for career development.
IPS Group is working exclusively with this highly regarded Global Insurer on a new role which has come about due to the retirement of their Senior Casualty Underwriter. This is a unique opportunity for the Birmingham underwriting market which will offer full autonomy to write business. This highly regarded insurer has a strong presence in the UK regional market. Based in Birmingham, this role sits within a successful and underwriting team and offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of large corporate risks across the UK and multinational programmes. As this position has become available due to the retirement of a long-standing and respected underwriter, it will offer a rare platform to inherit and grow a well-structured, profitable book. You will take ownership of a broad casualty portfolio spanning the Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and Glasgow broking markets, with a key focus on driving and managing business from the Birmingham hub. The portfolio includes a wide variety of risks across sectors such as: Retail & supermarkets Manufacturing & metalworking Food & beverage Wholesale & distribution Utilities & renewables Strong appetite for construction and renewables Open to multinational programmes with scope to expand this book Structured and cautious approach to US exposures This is a technical and commercially focused underwriting role, where you will balance disciplined risk selection with strong broker engagement to grow the portfolio sustainably. Key duties include: Underwrite new and renewal casualty business within a large corporate segment (£50k+ premiums up to £75 million, £50m+ turnover) Manage and grow an existing portfolio with a focus on quality over volume Build strong trading relationships with key brokers including Aon, Marsh, Lockton and Willis Handle complex and multinational programmes, including exposure to global placements Maintaining regular contact with brokers and maintain a visible market presence This is a business that prioritises underwriting discipline and judgement over distribution-driven volume, giving you the platform to write risks properly and take ownership of outcomes. To be considered you must be an experienced Casualty Underwriter with strong technical capability and underwriting discipline. This could however be at Underwriter level looking to step up to Senior Underwriter level. You must be confident in handling large, complex corporate risks combined with strong broker management and trading skills. Full flexibility will be offered based on your requirements with a minimum expectation of being in the Birmingham Office 1 or 2 days per week combined with time in front of Brokers. This is a rare chance to step into a highly autonomous senior role where you will work within an underwriting-led business, not distribution-driven.
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
IPS Group is working exclusively with this highly regarded Global Insurer on a new role which has come about due to the retirement of their Senior Casualty Underwriter. This is a unique opportunity for the Birmingham underwriting market which will offer full autonomy to write business. This highly regarded insurer has a strong presence in the UK regional market. Based in Birmingham, this role sits within a successful and underwriting team and offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of large corporate risks across the UK and multinational programmes. As this position has become available due to the retirement of a long-standing and respected underwriter, it will offer a rare platform to inherit and grow a well-structured, profitable book. You will take ownership of a broad casualty portfolio spanning the Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and Glasgow broking markets, with a key focus on driving and managing business from the Birmingham hub. The portfolio includes a wide variety of risks across sectors such as: Retail & supermarkets Manufacturing & metalworking Food & beverage Wholesale & distribution Utilities & renewables Strong appetite for construction and renewables Open to multinational programmes with scope to expand this book Structured and cautious approach to US exposures This is a technical and commercially focused underwriting role, where you will balance disciplined risk selection with strong broker engagement to grow the portfolio sustainably. Key duties include: Underwrite new and renewal casualty business within a large corporate segment (£50k+ premiums up to £75 million, £50m+ turnover) Manage and grow an existing portfolio with a focus on quality over volume Build strong trading relationships with key brokers including Aon, Marsh, Lockton and Willis Handle complex and multinational programmes, including exposure to global placements Maintaining regular contact with brokers and maintain a visible market presence This is a business that prioritises underwriting discipline and judgement over distribution-driven volume, giving you the platform to write risks properly and take ownership of outcomes. To be considered you must be an experienced Casualty Underwriter with strong technical capability and underwriting discipline. This could however be at Underwriter level looking to step up to Senior Underwriter level. You must be confident in handling large, complex corporate risks combined with strong broker management and trading skills. Full flexibility will be offered based on your requirements with a minimum expectation of being in the Birmingham Office 1 or 2 days per week combined with time in front of Brokers. This is a rare chance to step into a highly autonomous senior role where you will work within an underwriting-led business, not distribution-driven.
The underwriting team at IPS Group Birmingham are supporting a highly regarded global Insurer often mentioned as one of the most desirable Insurers to work for in the market. They are looking to appoint a Senior Construction Underwriter in this new business focused role which can be based in either Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds. This is a senior, high profile role with responsibility for driving new business, managing key broker relationships, and contributing to the growth of a £25M construction portfolio. You'll be joining a team of experienced Construction Underwriters with high visibility and direct exposure to senior leadership, this role will offer real influence over underwriting strategy and portfolio development. You'll be working across a varied and technically engaging mix of business including annual contractors policies and project specific construction risks. You will be a referral oversight for liability underwriters where construction elements require specialist input. Key Responsibilities Underwriting & Trading Underwrite construction risks across a multi-line portfolio Assess, price, and negotiate new business opportunities Manage a consistent flow of submissions via CRM systems Make timely, commercially sound underwriting decisions Broker Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers across the UK Drive engagement through regular calls and face-to-face meetings Clearly communicate underwriting appetite and capabilities Identify and convert new business opportunities Business Development Develop and manage your own pipeline of business Support the growth of open market trading activity Contribute to the expansion of facilities and schemes Technical Leadership Act as a referral point for complex risks Mentor and support junior underwriters Provide technical guidance across underwriting teams Strategic Contribution Contribute to evaluation of facilities, schemes, and tenders Support portfolio growth initiatives and innovation To be considered you must have construction underwriting experience, this can either be an established Senior Underwriter looking for a new challenge or an Underwriter looking to step up into a senior role. This is a real stand out opportunity to join an Insurer who offers something a little different to the average composite. They are in serious growth mode and are doing things in the right way. You will be rewarded with a base salary up to £80,000 + a bonus of up to 20% and an excellent benefits package including private medical and dental and an excellent pension.
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
The underwriting team at IPS Group Birmingham are supporting a highly regarded global Insurer often mentioned as one of the most desirable Insurers to work for in the market. They are looking to appoint a Senior Construction Underwriter in this new business focused role which can be based in either Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds. This is a senior, high profile role with responsibility for driving new business, managing key broker relationships, and contributing to the growth of a £25M construction portfolio. You'll be joining a team of experienced Construction Underwriters with high visibility and direct exposure to senior leadership, this role will offer real influence over underwriting strategy and portfolio development. You'll be working across a varied and technically engaging mix of business including annual contractors policies and project specific construction risks. You will be a referral oversight for liability underwriters where construction elements require specialist input. Key Responsibilities Underwriting & Trading Underwrite construction risks across a multi-line portfolio Assess, price, and negotiate new business opportunities Manage a consistent flow of submissions via CRM systems Make timely, commercially sound underwriting decisions Broker Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers across the UK Drive engagement through regular calls and face-to-face meetings Clearly communicate underwriting appetite and capabilities Identify and convert new business opportunities Business Development Develop and manage your own pipeline of business Support the growth of open market trading activity Contribute to the expansion of facilities and schemes Technical Leadership Act as a referral point for complex risks Mentor and support junior underwriters Provide technical guidance across underwriting teams Strategic Contribution Contribute to evaluation of facilities, schemes, and tenders Support portfolio growth initiatives and innovation To be considered you must have construction underwriting experience, this can either be an established Senior Underwriter looking for a new challenge or an Underwriter looking to step up into a senior role. This is a real stand out opportunity to join an Insurer who offers something a little different to the average composite. They are in serious growth mode and are doing things in the right way. You will be rewarded with a base salary up to £80,000 + a bonus of up to 20% and an excellent benefits package including private medical and dental and an excellent pension.
We're working with a respected insurer who is looking to appoint a Senior Motor Trade Underwriter to join their Midlands, North, or Scotland team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced underwriter who enjoys technical underwriting, strong broker engagement, and developing business within a dynamic regional portfolio. Responsibilities of the position: Profitably underwrite bespoke commercial lines motor trade risks within agreed strategy, appetite, and authority limits. Act as the nominated development relationship underwriter for a panel of Mid-Market brokers, building and maintaining strong relationships. Develop and support the regional commercial lines account by engaging with new and existing broker relationships. Contribute to achieving growth targets through proactive prospecting and optimising sales and retention. Maintain accurate audit trails using internal systems, processes, and procedures. Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues, taking referrals as required. Keep up to date with the commercial lines market, regional broking landscape, and relevant legislation and legal developments. Participate in ad-hoc tasks to ensure smooth operation of the region and wider commercial motor trade business. Deliver consistently high service levels for both internal and external customers. What we're looking for: Strong and decisive approach to underwriting Motor Trade risks with proven trading skills, including prospecting and optimising new business and retention. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence results and sell the benefits of insurer products. Ability to work independently in broker offices as well as collaboratively within a team. Proactive, motivated, and adaptable, able to perform under pressure while maintaining underwriting discipline. Minimum Cert CII required, Dip CII or progress towards preferred. Experience in underwriting and trading commercial motor products. Proven relationship management skills with Mid-Market brokers. Good problem-solving skills and ability to meet and exceed personal and team objectives. Benefits of the Senior Motor Trade Underwriter role: Up to £60,000 circa per annum + annual bonus scheme. Flexible working options. CII qualification support & study time. 25 days annual leave. 4 salary Group Life Assurance. Generous employer pension contributions. Access to discounted retail vouchers and gym memberships. If you're an experienced Motor Trade Underwriter seeking progression, a challenging portfolio, and a supportive environment, we're keen to hear from you. Apply now with your CV or contact one of our specialist consultants quoting job reference NJR16590.
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
We're working with a respected insurer who is looking to appoint a Senior Motor Trade Underwriter to join their Midlands, North, or Scotland team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced underwriter who enjoys technical underwriting, strong broker engagement, and developing business within a dynamic regional portfolio. Responsibilities of the position: Profitably underwrite bespoke commercial lines motor trade risks within agreed strategy, appetite, and authority limits. Act as the nominated development relationship underwriter for a panel of Mid-Market brokers, building and maintaining strong relationships. Develop and support the regional commercial lines account by engaging with new and existing broker relationships. Contribute to achieving growth targets through proactive prospecting and optimising sales and retention. Maintain accurate audit trails using internal systems, processes, and procedures. Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues, taking referrals as required. Keep up to date with the commercial lines market, regional broking landscape, and relevant legislation and legal developments. Participate in ad-hoc tasks to ensure smooth operation of the region and wider commercial motor trade business. Deliver consistently high service levels for both internal and external customers. What we're looking for: Strong and decisive approach to underwriting Motor Trade risks with proven trading skills, including prospecting and optimising new business and retention. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence results and sell the benefits of insurer products. Ability to work independently in broker offices as well as collaboratively within a team. Proactive, motivated, and adaptable, able to perform under pressure while maintaining underwriting discipline. Minimum Cert CII required, Dip CII or progress towards preferred. Experience in underwriting and trading commercial motor products. Proven relationship management skills with Mid-Market brokers. Good problem-solving skills and ability to meet and exceed personal and team objectives. Benefits of the Senior Motor Trade Underwriter role: Up to £60,000 circa per annum + annual bonus scheme. Flexible working options. CII qualification support & study time. 25 days annual leave. 4 salary Group Life Assurance. Generous employer pension contributions. Access to discounted retail vouchers and gym memberships. If you're an experienced Motor Trade Underwriter seeking progression, a challenging portfolio, and a supportive environment, we're keen to hear from you. Apply now with your CV or contact one of our specialist consultants quoting job reference NJR16590.
The underwriting team at IPS Group Birmingham are supporting a highly regarded global Insurer often mentioned as one of the most desirable Insurers to work for in the market. They are looking to appoint a Senior Construction Underwriter in this new business focused role which can be based in either Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds. This is a senior, high profile role with responsibility for driving new business, managing key broker relationships, and contributing to the growth of a £25M construction portfolio. You'll be joining a team of experienced Construction Underwriters with high visibility and direct exposure to senior leadership, this role will offer real influence over underwriting strategy and portfolio development. You'll be working across a varied and technically engaging mix of business including annual contractors policies and project specific construction risks. You will be a referral oversight for liability underwriters where construction elements require specialist input. Key Responsibilities Underwriting & Trading Underwrite construction risks across a multi-line portfolio Assess, price, and negotiate new business opportunities Manage a consistent flow of submissions via CRM systems Make timely, commercially sound underwriting decisions Broker Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers across the UK Drive engagement through regular calls and face-to-face meetings Clearly communicate underwriting appetite and capabilities Identify and convert new business opportunities Business Development Develop and manage your own pipeline of business Support the growth of open market trading activity Contribute to the expansion of facilities and schemes Technical Leadership Act as a referral point for complex risks Mentor and support junior underwriters Provide technical guidance across underwriting teams Strategic Contribution Contribute to evaluation of facilities, schemes, and tenders Support portfolio growth initiatives and innovation To be considered you must have construction underwriting experience, this can either be an established Senior Underwriter looking for a new challenge or an Underwriter looking to step up into a senior role. This is a real stand out opportunity to join an Insurer who offers something a little different to the average composite. They are in serious growth mode and are doing things in the right way. You will be rewarded with a base salary up to £80,000 + a bonus of up to 20% and an excellent benefits package including private medical and dental and an excellent pension.
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
The underwriting team at IPS Group Birmingham are supporting a highly regarded global Insurer often mentioned as one of the most desirable Insurers to work for in the market. They are looking to appoint a Senior Construction Underwriter in this new business focused role which can be based in either Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds. This is a senior, high profile role with responsibility for driving new business, managing key broker relationships, and contributing to the growth of a £25M construction portfolio. You'll be joining a team of experienced Construction Underwriters with high visibility and direct exposure to senior leadership, this role will offer real influence over underwriting strategy and portfolio development. You'll be working across a varied and technically engaging mix of business including annual contractors policies and project specific construction risks. You will be a referral oversight for liability underwriters where construction elements require specialist input. Key Responsibilities Underwriting & Trading Underwrite construction risks across a multi-line portfolio Assess, price, and negotiate new business opportunities Manage a consistent flow of submissions via CRM systems Make timely, commercially sound underwriting decisions Broker Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers across the UK Drive engagement through regular calls and face-to-face meetings Clearly communicate underwriting appetite and capabilities Identify and convert new business opportunities Business Development Develop and manage your own pipeline of business Support the growth of open market trading activity Contribute to the expansion of facilities and schemes Technical Leadership Act as a referral point for complex risks Mentor and support junior underwriters Provide technical guidance across underwriting teams Strategic Contribution Contribute to evaluation of facilities, schemes, and tenders Support portfolio growth initiatives and innovation To be considered you must have construction underwriting experience, this can either be an established Senior Underwriter looking for a new challenge or an Underwriter looking to step up into a senior role. This is a real stand out opportunity to join an Insurer who offers something a little different to the average composite. They are in serious growth mode and are doing things in the right way. You will be rewarded with a base salary up to £80,000 + a bonus of up to 20% and an excellent benefits package including private medical and dental and an excellent pension.
Senior Construction Underwriter Location: Manchester, Birmingham or Leeds (Hybrid Working) Salary: Up to 80k Basic + Quarterly Sales Bonus + Benefits IPS Group is working with a Global Insurer to recruit a Senior Construction Underwriter. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys the trading side of underwriting and wants to be out in the market building broker relationships, winning new business, a click apply for full job details
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Construction Underwriter Location: Manchester, Birmingham or Leeds (Hybrid Working) Salary: Up to 80k Basic + Quarterly Sales Bonus + Benefits IPS Group is working with a Global Insurer to recruit a Senior Construction Underwriter. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys the trading side of underwriting and wants to be out in the market building broker relationships, winning new business, a click apply for full job details
Motor Underwriter - Mid Market Location Maidstone, 3 days per week Salary Circa £40,000 (Depending on experience) IPS Group are working with a leading insurer within the UK commercial market, to appoint an experienced Motor Underwriterto join its well-established London-based trading team click apply for full job details
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Motor Underwriter - Mid Market Location Maidstone, 3 days per week Salary Circa £40,000 (Depending on experience) IPS Group are working with a leading insurer within the UK commercial market, to appoint an experienced Motor Underwriterto join its well-established London-based trading team click apply for full job details
Underwriter - Existing Business Q Underwriting was created from multiple underwriting brands with extensive history in their chosen niches. Q Underwriting provides 30+ niche commercial lines products all backed by A rated insurers. All our products are underwritten in-house by Q s experienced team and can be traded via the Qtrade portal or by direct access to empowered underwriters. We are looking to add an Underwriter to our team supporting our specialist portfolios. You ll help us grow profitably through sound risk selection, fair pricing, and outstanding broker relationships. What you ll be doing Underwrite new and renewal business within authority, ensuring profitability and compliance with underwriting guidelines. Assess risk quality, structure terms, and negotiate pricing for Property, Liability, and Combined package risks. Manage referrals, complex cases, and capacity partner requirements with accuracy and pace. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers; deliver timely decisions and market-leading service. Monitor portfolio performance and contribute to corrective actions using MI and data insights. Support product development and trading initiatives; share market feedback to enhance propositions. Uphold governance standards, documentation quality, and audit readiness. Champion continuous improvement across processes, systems, and trading efficiency. What we re looking for Proven experience as a Commercial Underwriter in UK commercial lines. Knowledge of the Charity & Faith sector is advantageous but not essential. Strong technical underwriting skills across core classes (Property Damage/BI, Employers /Public Liability, Package/Combined). Confident negotiator with excellent broker relationship and trading skills. Sound judgement, numerical aptitude, and comfort using MI to inform decisions. Clear, concise communication and high-quality file management. Familiarity with e-trade and underwriting platforms; agile with new tools and processes. Professional qualifications (Cert CII/Dip CII) or progress towards them preferred. Right to work in the UK and willingness to travel as needed. Why Q Underwriting Opportunity to shape a growing specialist portfolio with real impact. Supportive, collaborative team culture within PIB Group. Professional development and career progression. Why PIB Group? PIB Group is one of the UK s fastest-growing insurance businesses, offering real career progression, professional development, and a collaborative culture where your work truly matters. We encourage our people to be collaborative, with entrepreneurship at our core. We are a fast-paced, growing organisation and an exciting place to be. We also value ambition and creative thinking. You don t have to tick every box to apply, if you bring fresh ideas and a drive to grow. Inclusion & Accessibility We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. REF-(Apply online only)
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Underwriter - Existing Business Q Underwriting was created from multiple underwriting brands with extensive history in their chosen niches. Q Underwriting provides 30+ niche commercial lines products all backed by A rated insurers. All our products are underwritten in-house by Q s experienced team and can be traded via the Qtrade portal or by direct access to empowered underwriters. We are looking to add an Underwriter to our team supporting our specialist portfolios. You ll help us grow profitably through sound risk selection, fair pricing, and outstanding broker relationships. What you ll be doing Underwrite new and renewal business within authority, ensuring profitability and compliance with underwriting guidelines. Assess risk quality, structure terms, and negotiate pricing for Property, Liability, and Combined package risks. Manage referrals, complex cases, and capacity partner requirements with accuracy and pace. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers; deliver timely decisions and market-leading service. Monitor portfolio performance and contribute to corrective actions using MI and data insights. Support product development and trading initiatives; share market feedback to enhance propositions. Uphold governance standards, documentation quality, and audit readiness. Champion continuous improvement across processes, systems, and trading efficiency. What we re looking for Proven experience as a Commercial Underwriter in UK commercial lines. Knowledge of the Charity & Faith sector is advantageous but not essential. Strong technical underwriting skills across core classes (Property Damage/BI, Employers /Public Liability, Package/Combined). Confident negotiator with excellent broker relationship and trading skills. Sound judgement, numerical aptitude, and comfort using MI to inform decisions. Clear, concise communication and high-quality file management. Familiarity with e-trade and underwriting platforms; agile with new tools and processes. Professional qualifications (Cert CII/Dip CII) or progress towards them preferred. Right to work in the UK and willingness to travel as needed. Why Q Underwriting Opportunity to shape a growing specialist portfolio with real impact. Supportive, collaborative team culture within PIB Group. Professional development and career progression. Why PIB Group? PIB Group is one of the UK s fastest-growing insurance businesses, offering real career progression, professional development, and a collaborative culture where your work truly matters. We encourage our people to be collaborative, with entrepreneurship at our core. We are a fast-paced, growing organisation and an exciting place to be. We also value ambition and creative thinking. You don t have to tick every box to apply, if you bring fresh ideas and a drive to grow. Inclusion & Accessibility We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. REF-(Apply online only)
