Senior Property and Casualty Underwriter - New Business

Senior Property and Casualty Underwriter - New Business

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Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

Location: Manchester, Hybrid

Closing date: 15th July 2026

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a role that is at the heart of our regional business development and growth? Look no further! Our Regional Underwriting team is searching for a passionate and innovative Senior Property and Casualty Underwriter to join us. Here, you will craft creative solutions tailored to our customers' needs, striving to exceed expectations and deliver unparalleled service that sets us apart from the competition.

As a Senior New Business Underwriter, you will manage new portfolio’s and play a pivotal role in attracting new customers. This market-facing position requires exceptional communication skills and a genuine passion for doing what's right for our customers.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

Key responsibilities

• Exceptional Service: Deliver outstanding service experiences to our customers and stakeholders with timely and high-quality solutions.
• Team Collaboration: Take ownership of your workload while supporting your colleagues to achieve collective goals.
• Mentorship: Coach and mentor junior team members, fostering their professional growth.
• Underwriting Excellence: Drive and deliver strong underwriting results across our portfolio.
• Process Improvement: Identify and propose enhancements to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our processes.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven expertise in Property and Casualty Underwriting.
• Communication: Strong communication skills and confidence in decision-making.
• Attention to Detail: Keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to challenging existing processes and decisions.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage varying workloads and pressures with excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Customer Focus: A customer‑centric mindset, always prioritising the needs of our customers.

Benefits

Financial Benefits

• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income protection.
• Life cover – four times your salary.

Time Away

• 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Health & Wellbeing

• Access to private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

Our Commitment to Sustainability & Community

• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the UN Business Ambition for 1.5 C pledge.
• Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

Application Process

We're committed to treating all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, sexual orientation, disability or any other protected characteristic.

As an inclusive employer we also want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You'll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

We'd love it if you could submit your application online. Alternatively, please send an email to for an alternative method of applying.

So, make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

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