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Insurance Underwriter

CV-Library Leeds, West Yorkshire Posted 14 Oct 2026 Closing: 01 Jan 0001
Permanent Hybrid
£35000 - £40000/annum

Role Description & Overview

The Opportunity

A well-established and growing insurance business is looking to appoint an experienced Insurance Underwriter to join its underwriting team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an underwriting professional who enjoys making commercial decisions, building broker relationships, and managing a varied portfolio of risks.

You'll be responsible for assessing new and existing business, analysing risk submissions, and ensuring profitable growth across the portfolio while delivering a high level of service to brokers and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Assess and underwrite new business, renewals, and mid-term adjustments

Evaluate risk information and make informed underwriting decisions

Maintain underwriting standards and adhere to company guidelines

Build and develop relationships with brokers and key stakeholders

Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing where appropriate

Monitor portfolio performance and identify opportunities for growth

Support business development initiatives and regional market activity

Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal

requirements
About You

Previous experience within insurance underwriting

Strong knowledge of commercial or personal lines insurance

Ability to assess risk and make sound commercial decisions

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Strong attention to detail and analytical ability

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Cert CII or progression towards professional qualifications would be advantageous

What's on Offer?

✅ Competitive salary and annual bonus

✅ Hybrid and flexible working options

✅ Company pension scheme

✅ Ongoing professional development and support with CII qualifications

✅ Clear career progression opportunities

✅ Supportive and collaborative team environment

Interested?

If you're an experienced Underwriter looking for a fresh challenge with a business that values expertise and career development, we'd love to hear from you.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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Key Details
  • Date Posted: 14 Oct 2026
  • Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Employment: Permanent
  • Workplace: Hybrid
  • Specialism: Accounting/Financial/Insurance
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