Avencia are partnered with a leading insurer who are investing in the growth of their Financial Lines division and are looking to recruit a Development Underwriter.
This role will focus on expanding a Financial Lines portfolio across Professional Indemnity, D&O, Technology and other specialist risks. You will work closely with broker partners to develop new business opportunities and support profitable growth across an established regional market.
Key responsibilities
*Underwrite and convert new business across complex Professional and Management risks
*Build and maintain strong relationships with broker partners
*Conduct broker meetings and represent the business at market events
*Maintain accurate pipeline and activity records within internal systems
*Identify regional growth opportunities and collaborate with internal teams to deliver outcomes
*Support colleagues and contribute to a consistent underwriting approach across the team
*Provide insight to support development of the wider Financial Lines proposition
Skills & experience
*Experience underwriting within Financial Lines or Professional Indemnity
*A track record of developing broker relationships and generating new business
*Strong commercial judgement, negotiation and trading skills
*Confident communication and stakeholder management ability
*High level of professionalism and attention to detail
*Progress towards DIP CII / ACII (or qualified) preferred
*Motivated and proactive approach to portfolio growth