Average Development Underwriter salary in Birmingham

Are you ready to take your underwriting expertise to new heights? Join a globally recognised A+ rated insurer that is charting a course of strong financial performance in the UK. This innovative insurer, known for niche and specialty is seeking a Development Underwriter to champion growth and drive new business initiative in the Birmingham market.Benefits A competitive salary of up to £60,000Generous 10% pension contributionAttractive bonus scheme with potential payouts of up to 17.5%Flexible office attendance in Birmingham, fostering a balance between office collaboration and remote working efficiencyComprehensive training in specialty commercial products, including professional indemnityA clear path for career progression towards senior underwriting roles within a dynamic team Development Underwriter - Role Essentials Take responsibility for managing your own diary and caseload, supported by a thriving teamTrading a set of nice and specialty lines business for a business at the forefront of this section of the marketForge robust relationships with a select panel of key brokers to secure new businessEmpowerment to underwrite business and make astute commercial decisionsActive participation in the Birmingham insurance market, lead by face-to-face broker interactions Skills and Experience Demonstrable experience in underwriting, with a keen interest in specialty commercial linesAdept at trading and relationship management, with a track record of business development successStrong analytical and decision-making abilitiesExcellent communication and negotiation skillsOrganised and self-motivated, capable of managing a diverse workloadAlthough not essential, prior knowledge of professional indemnity insurance (or an interest in learning) will be advantageous This role is not merely a job but a pathway to mastering the art of specialty underwriting within a thriving and supportive environment. If you are an ambitious individual with a passion for excellence in the insurance market, this role is tailored for you.To embark on this rewarding journey, please submit your application, detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this pivotal role.

Our client, a respected name within financial services, are seeking home-based life insurance underwriters to join their growing team. You will be tasked with making sound decisions on underwriting a range of products including life insurance, critical illness, income protection and private medical insurance. Applications are being sought from experienced underwriters with a minimum of 5 years' mandated underwriting experience. The role will be to review and assess applications as well as medical and financial evidence for Life and Income Protection polices and approving new business within an agreed authority level. You will be empowered to handle your own caseload as well as supporting team priorities. This is a remote role, although you may be invited to attend our client's head office for initial induction and for periodic training and meetings. Our client are offering a competitive salary in line with experience, along with annual bonus, and good benefits package. You will be working for a meritocratic organisation, where your personal and professional development will be fully supported.

If you have experience in Property Underwriting this varied role is for you. Based within a high energy Underwriting Agency, this will involve working in the Commercial Team as an Underwriter, handling renewals, new business & mid-term adjustments. The team deal with Brokers and Insurers on a daily basis, placing business either on Delegated Authority Agreements or on a Wholesale submission basis. The class of Insurance is predominantly Property, Business Interruption, Employers, Public, Products Liability, Contract Works and Contractors Plant & Equipment, however experience in all classes of commercial insurance would be considered valuable. The role requires a flexible and adaptable approach to contribute equally to the successful development of the department in meeting its goals and objectives. Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, the ideal candidate will demonstrate: Excellent interpersonal skillsTeam playerHighly motivated (a 'can do’ approach)PunctualityDedicationLoyalty You will have experience in: Team buildingRelationship buildingProblem solvingHandling or underwriting commercial & property insuranceAbility to work to targetsAdministrationDealing with Insurance Brokers / InsurersDeveloping relationships Key duties: Underwriting a portion of the renewal & new business & new business bookReporting to Commercial DirectorDeveloping relationships with a number of key brokers / InsurersEnsuring compliance with Delegated Authority Agreements (Binders) with Insurance Companies in conjunction with our Compliance OfficerAssisting annual audit reviews This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly motivated team. The office has a very friendly and social working environment with a very low employee turnover. The right employee can benefit from job security in this family (owned and run) business with the opportunity to be a key player in this growing business. If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please submit your CV for the hiring manager’s attention The Recruiter Insurance Specialists is acting as a specialist recruitment agency.