* Commercial Trading Underwriter
* Scotland (Hybrid)
* Salary: Up to £50,000 + bonus & exceptional benefits package including private
* medical and 14% pension
* Location: Anywhere in Scotland (occasional meetings in Glasgow)
Join a Leading Insurer in a Dynamic, Growing Team
This highly respected composite insurer is expanding its Commercial Trading Hub and is seeking experienced Underwriters to strengthen its team.
With a strong financial performance, clear career progression, and an inclusive, supportive culture, it’s an exciting time to join.
In the past year, six experienced underwriters have chosen to make this their new professional home.
With ongoing investment in talent and succession planning, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, learn from seasoned experts, and position yourself
for a senior role in the future.
Your Role
As a Commercial Trading Underwriter, you will:
Underwrite profitable mid-market commercial business across Scotland’s broker market, partnering with both national and regional brokerages.
Handle a mix of core Property & Casualty (P&C) lines in a fast-paced, trading focused environment.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key broker contacts, ensuring exceptional service and long-term success.
Work within an underwriting license tailored to your expertise, with opportunities for further development.
Be part of a team that values collaboration and strategic thinking, offering exposure to senior underwriters and mentorship opportunities.
What’s in it for you?
Career Progression – Clear pathways to advance your underwriting license and technical expertise.
Exceptional Benefits – Including a 14% pension contribution, annual bonus, and a comprehensive rewards package.
Flexible Hybrid Working – Work from anywhere in Scotland, with occasional meetings in Glasgow.
Engaging Work – Underwrite complex mid-market risks across a diverse broker
network, gaining exposure to high-value commercial cases.
Mentorship & Development – Learn from some of the best in the industry, with
structured support to help you progress.
Who We’re Looking For
Experience – A background in commercial insurance, ideally in mid-market underwriting.
Technical & Relationship Skills – Strong understanding of P&C risks, coupled with the ability to build meaningful partnerships with brokers.
Ambition – A desire to develop your expertise, expand your underwriting authority, and progress within a leading insurer.
The Hiring Process – Simple & Straightforward
1 - Express Interest – A quick call or email to discuss the role.
2 - Informal Coffee Chat – Meet the regional manager for a relaxed conversation about your experience and goals.
3 - Competency-Based Interview – A structured interview, with support and guidance from IDEX to help you prepare.
CV not quite ready? No problem – we’ll help you refine it before submission!
Interested? Let’s Talk!
Call Stuart McKenna – 07487 706 391
Email – stuart.mckenna@idexconsulting.com