Job Title: New Business P&C Underwriter
Location: Leeds Office
Overview
Our client is expanding their Commercial Underwriting team in Leeds and seeking engaging, forward-thinking professionals to help shape the future of their business. This is a fantastic opportunity to build strong foundations and play a key role in driving growth across a new business portfolio.
The client is committed to your development and will provide the platform, support, and tools to help you push boundaries, showcase your skills, and grow your career.
Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for individuals who have gained exposure to insurance—perhaps as a trainee, broker, or account manager—and are ready to take the next step in their underwriting journey.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain responsive, flexible, and collaborative relationships with broker networks
• Make informed decisions supported by data, insight, and mobile decision-support tools
• Deliver profitable growth across new business in key markets
• Partner with clients and internal teams to tailor insurance solutions
• Attend client visits and industry events as part of relationship-building efforts
What's on Offer
• Technical Development: Become an expert with ownership over your work
• Career Progression: Tailored development plans and training
• Professional Qualifications: Support for FIT, Cert CII, or Dip CII
• Smart Working: Hybrid model with at least 60% of the week in the Leeds office or on-site with clients
• Flexible Arrangements: Options available to suit individual needs
Candidate Requirements
• Curious mindset and willingness to challenge the status quo
• Insight into customer needs and market trends
• Strong collaboration and accountability
• Experience in commercial P&C open market underwriting or broking
• Excellent trading capability and negotiation skills
• Strong broker relationship management
• Knowledge of regulatory and legislative requirements
• Analytical skills with experience in account monitoring and planning
• Resilience and a drive for continuous improvement
Eligibility to work in the UK is required. This role falls under the Insurance Distribution Directive (IDD), requiring periodic background screening.
Rewards Package
• Competitive salary
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%)
• Life assurance (up to 10× salary)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Up to 21 hours volunteering leave
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days leave
• Employee discounts
• Private health cover
• Wellbeing services and resources
If you’re excited by this opportunity but unsure whether you meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We value potential and passion just as much as experience.