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Location: Manchester (with occasional travel to Leeds)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Sector: Insurance / Commercial Underwriting
About the Role
Our client, a leading global insurer, is expanding its UK Motor team and is seeking a Motor Fleet Underwriter to support the continued growth of its regional portfolio. Based primarily in Manchester, this newly created role offers the chance to work on a diverse range of motor fleet risks—including conventional and semi-conventional exposures—while developing strategic relationships with key trading partners in the region.
This role offers a hybrid working model, with flexible arrangements and occasional travel to Leeds.
Key Responsibilities
* Underwrite motor fleet risks in line with underwriting strategy and personal authority
* Build and manage broker and client relationships to drive regional growth
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to share insight and promote best practices
* Ensure underwriting activities comply with internal standards and external regulations
* Remain up to date with market trends and cycle awareness to support commercial goals
* Positively represent the business to maximise visibility and brand strength
About You
* Strong commercial awareness and understanding of key profitability drivers
* Confident communicator and negotiator with broker and client-facing experience
* Comfortable working with Excel and relevant underwriting systems
* Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements
* A proactive team player with an analytical mindset and flexible approach
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and performance-related benefits
* 30 days annual leave (plus the option to buy additional days)
* Fully funded private medical insurance (individual and family)
* Enhanced parental leave (up to 26 weeks at full pay)
* Remote working abroad (up to 20 days per year)
* Access to sustainable investment pension options
* Cycle-to-work scheme (up to £5,000)
* Flexible working arrangements including part-time, job sharing, and compressed hours
Diversity & Inclusion
Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable working environment. They actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are proud partners of diversity-focused organisations and initiatives.
Sustainability & Purpose
As part of their wider ESG strategy, our client is focused on creating a more resilient future through sustainable investment, inclusive growth, and environmental responsibility.
Next Steps
If you’re ready to take the next step in your underwriting career and contribute to an organisation driving positive change across the insurance industry, we encourage you to apply.
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