Lead Property & Liability Underwriter, Mid‑Market

Aviva Direct Ireland Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - GBP 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A competitive insurance firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter to lead their New Business Underwriting team. The role involves overseeing complex cases, ensuring strong financial performance, and coaching the team to enhance their skills. Ideal candidates should have proven leadership and account management skills, alongside solid technical knowledge of property and liability underwriting. A competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered, reflecting the importance of this role in shaping the firm's strategy.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Generous pension scheme

29 days holiday

Private Medical Benefit

Retailer discounts

Free Aviva shares

Supportive policies

Flexible benefits

Paid volunteering days

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in managing complex portfolios within property and liability underwriting.
• Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers.
• Solid technical understanding of market trends in property and liability underwriting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the New Business Underwriting team and drive financial performance.
• Oversee complex cases and support trading decisions.
• Coach and mentor the underwriting team to develop technical capabilities.

Skills

Leadership in property and liability underwriting

Account management skills

Technical knowledge of underwriting principles

Analytical skills for portfolio performance

Coaching and mentoring skills

Job description

A competitive insurance firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter to lead their New Business Underwriting team. The role involves overseeing complex cases, ensuring strong financial performance, and coaching the team to enhance their skills. Ideal candidates should have proven leadership and account management skills, alongside solid technical knowledge of property and liability underwriting. A competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered, reflecting the importance of this role in shaping the firm's strategy.