Job Overview

Apply now A large and respected insurance company based in the Reading area is currently looking for a Lead Mid-Market Underwriter to join their commercial branch. This is a new and exciting opportunity for an accomplished trading underwriter to play a key role in pushing forward strategic local mid-market ambitions. You will drive growth of the branch Property and Casualty mid-market account by providing effective underwriting and superior service to brokers. In this position you will generate and underwrite commercial risks from a designated panel of intermediaries within your underwriting authority. Maintaining high visibility in brokers' offices and proactively lead the development of strong and dynamic trading relationships taking responsibility for the generation and conversion of profitable commercial business opportunities and mid-market pipeline. This is a unique position within the clients business and will suit someone who prefers the trading and underwriting side of commercial insurance with the ability to utilise operational support for underwriting administration and document issue. You must be and experienced Commercial Property and Casualty Underwriter with the ability to lead face-to-face underwriting negotiations with brokers and clients. You should be self-motivated and comfortable managing your own work-load and sourcing quality opportunities which help achieve targets. Benefits include a company car, bonus scheme, pension, 28 days annual leave, healthcare, flexible benefits, discount on all insurance company products. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Key Requirements

property Commercial underwriter casualty trading