.Underwriter page is loaded## Underwriterlocations: Colchester, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: May 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R26\_387With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility(SM).**Role Summary and Purpose**To achieve income and profit objectives through the delivery of efficient case underwriting, ensuring that all underwriting decisions align with internal guidelines, appetite and regulatory requirements.Working closely with brokers and internal stakeholders to achieve divisional strategy, financial plan and personal objectives.**Key Tasks and Responsibilities*** Manage own cases (renewal and/or new business), writing within appetite, and underwriting authority.* Handle referral cases for Underwriters/Apprentices with less experience, whilst adhering to individual authority level.* Maintain accurate records and documentation of underwriting decisions.* Adopt and adhere to company and NUH prescribed processes and best practice / standard work.* Support the Company’s QA procedures by conducting case reviews, when required, to ensure that technical procedures and standards are followed.* Work towards divisional retention, conversion, rate and loss ratio targets.* Enhance Arch’s standing and presence nationally by establishing and maintaining strong personal relationships with broking partners.* Display strong negotiation skills that aide conversion and relationships with all key brokers.* Maintain and enhance personal knowledge of relevant technical topics.* Work collaboratively with other parts of the organisation, most notably the UKR regional offices.**Role Requirements and Skills****Skills / Competencies*** At least 2 years' experience in underwriting* Being able to negotiate flexibly and appropriately* Effective selling skills* Strong organisational skills* Risk Perception* Pricing of risk accordingly* Successfully developing effective trading relationships* Consistently achieving goals and objectives* Experience working across functions / matrix organisation to collaborate and build strong relationships* Operational effectiveness and efficiency* Clear and effective communication**Qualifications*** Minimum A level standard preferred* Professional Certification – progress towards Cert CII preferred**Experience**The job holder will ideally have experience in the Commercial Insurance industry, strong interpersonal skills and work in a structured, organised and planned manner.If this job isn’t the right fit but you’re interested in working for Arch, create a job alert! Simply create an account and opt in to receive emails when we have job openings that meet your criteria. Join our to share your preferences directly with Arch’s Talent Acquisition team.14101 Arch Europe Insurance Services Ltd
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