Property & Casualty Underwriter – New & Existing Business (SME / Mid-Market)

Job Overview

We are currently hiring a Property & Casualty Underwriter on behalf of a global insurer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced underwriter to join a well-established and growing underwriting team, working across a balanced portfolio of new business and renewals within the SME and mid-market space.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving profitable growth, maintaining strong broker relationships, and delivering high-quality underwriting decisions across a diverse range of commercial risks.

Key Responsibilities

Underwrite Property & Casualty risks across both new business and renewal portfolios
Assess, price, and negotiate commercial insurance risks in line with underwriting authority
Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and distribution partners
Analyse risk information and make sound underwriting decisions to ensure profitable growth
Support portfolio management, retention targets, and new business conversion goals
Ensure all underwriting activity is compliant with regulatory requirements and internal guidelines
Contribute to the development and improvement of underwriting processes and performance

Candidate Requirements

Experience in Property & Casualty underwriting (SME or mid-market preferred)
Proven background in both new business and renewals
Strong broker relationship management skills
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and decision-making abilities
Good understanding of commercial insurance products and risk assessment
Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Strong communication and organisational skills

What’s on Offer

Opportunity to join a global insurance organisation with strong market presence
Exposure to a broad and varied SME and mid-market P&C portfolio
Hybrid working and flexible working culture (where applicable)
Strong career progression and development opportunities
Collaborative and supportive underwriting environment

Salary

Competitive, dependent on experience

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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