About the Opportunity
We are recruiting for multiple Property & Liability underwriting positions in Leeds with a leading UK insurer. These roles offer genuine career progression, portfolio ownership, and the opportunity to work within a supportive, established team across New Business and Existing Business functions.
Available Positions:
1. Mid Market Senior Underwriter - Property & Liability (New Business)
2. New Business Trading Underwriter - Property & Liability
3. Existing Business Trading Underwriter - Property & Liability (Multiple Positions)
4. Senior Existing Business Trading Underwriter - Property & Liability
Key Responsibilities (Across Roles):
* Underwrite Property and Liability business within agreed authority levels and guidelines
* Build and maintain strong broker and customer relationships across the regional market
* Manage your own portfolio to deliver growth, retention, and performance targets
* Provide technical support, guidance, and (for Senior role) coaching to team members
* Collaborate with internal teams to deliver excellent customer outcomes
* Make sound technical and commercial underwriting decisions
* Maintain FCA compliance and underwriting governance standards
Essential Requirements:
* Proven Property and Liability underwriting experience in commercial or mid-market space
* Strong broker-facing and relationship management capabilities
* Technical decision-making ability with commercial mindset
* Good understanding of FCA regulation and underwriting governance
* Experience working within large or complex insurance organisations
* For Senior Role: Leadership experience with proven coaching and mentoring capabilities
Benefits Package:
* Competitive salary with performance-based bonus (8-10% depending on role)
* Generous pension scheme – up to 14% employer contribution
* 29 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy/sell up to 5 days)
* Private medical benefit
* Up to £1,200 free shares per year through Matching Share Plan
* Save As You Earn share scheme
* Up to 40% discount on company products and other retailer discounts
* Hybrid working model (minimum 50% office-based in Leeds)
* 3 paid volunteering days annually
* Flexible benefits including sustainability options (cycle to work)
* Comprehensive parental and carer's leave policies
* Wellbeing support and tools