Senior Regional Underwriter

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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