Job Description
Job title: Senior Regional Underwriter
Salary: £60,000
Location: Bristol
PURPOSE OF ROLE
We are working on behalf of a well-established insurance provider to appoint a Senior Regional Underwriter to their regional team based in Bristol.
This is a key hire aimed at strengthening underwriting capability across the region, with a specific focus on Property and Liability products. The role plays a vital part in driving profitable growth, enhancing broker relationships, and supporting the wider regional strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Build and manage long-term relationships with a defined broker panel to drive new and profitable business
* Underwrite complex and high-value risks, maintaining high standards of technical accuracy and governance
* Support the development and execution of the regional business plan through effective risk selection and pricing strategies
* Act as a technical referral point for junior underwriters, supporting capability development across the region
* Partner with the Regional Management team to shape and grow the distribution footprint, targeting strategic brokers and accounts
* Ensure compliance with internal underwriting standards and risk frameworks while remaining commercially agile
DAY-TO-DAY
* Engage regularly with brokers across the region to support new and existing business
* Review and assess complex underwriting submissions, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with risk appetite
* Liaise with brokers on live cases, providing guidance and negotiating terms
* Participate in regional strategy meetings, contributing insights to shape business direction
* Provide mentorship and support to junior underwriters, helping build team capability
* Combine independent decision-making with team collaboration and stakeholder interaction
EXPERIENCE
* Proven background in underwriting within the commercial insurance market, ideally with a focus on Commercial products
* Experience working with regional broker networks and delivering underwriting results in line with financial targets
* Strong track record of underwriting complex and non-standard risks, with demonstrable commercial awareness
* Previous involvement in supporting or mentoring junior underwriting staff is desirable
SKILLS
* Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with a commercial mindset
* Excellent relationship-building capabilities and broker engagement experience
* Confident, considered decision-maker with sound risk assessment skills
* Technically proficient, with a clear understanding of governance, risk, and underwriting standards
* Adaptable, proactive, and customer-focused, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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