Senior Power Underwriter

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global insurance provider is seeking a Senior Underwriter to join their Alternative Energy team in London. This role involves underwriting within the renewable energy sector, specifically focusing on wind, solar, and battery storage projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in underwriting, strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of market practices. The company offers flexible working arrangements along with comprehensive employee benefits, including a pension scheme and annual bonuses.

Benefits

12% defined non-contributory pension scheme

Annual company bonus

Private medical insurance

Up to 25 days holiday plus flexibility

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in underwriting or related sectors focusing on renewable energy.
• Strong understanding of market conditions in wind & solar energy.
• Ability to implement effective process changes.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and underwrite allocated accounts.
• Collaborate on growth strategies for alternative energy.
• Identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Underwriting experience in alternative energy

Negotiation skills

Strong communication abilities

Knowledge of risk management controls

Broad industry knowledge

Education

ACII or relevant professional qualifications

Job description

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

Location: London

Closing date for applications: 17th December 2025

The opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of renewable energy insurance? This is an exciting opportunity to join our Commercial Insurance division’s established Alternative Energy team as a Senior Underwriter.

In this pivotal role, you will focus on underwriting within the rapidly growing alternative energy sector, with a strong emphasis on onshore and offshore wind energy, solar energy projects, and battery storage systems.

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.

What will you be doing?

• Negotiate, underwrite, and service allocated accounts in line with established authorities and guidelines.
• Collaborate with the line of business head to shape strategy and tactical plans for the growth of alternative energy segments.
• Proactively identify and lead renewal and new business opportunities.
• Ensure accounts align with the organization’s appetite while balancing sound commercial judgment.
• Act as the primary contact for assigned target accounts.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with brokers and clients.
• Contribute to the development of underwriting manuals, programs, and guidelines for this evolving industry.
• Provide tailored advice and support to customers, creating added value for both the organization and clients.
• Apply rating tools and methodologies effectively, delivering accurate pricing and recommending improvements.
• Cross‑sell other lines of business to enhance product penetration.
• Assist in training and developing colleagues across the Zurich network.

What you will bring

• Extensive underwriting or other relevant experience dealing with clients and projects in wind & solar energy and battery storage.
• Experience dealing with industry partners on international business
• Broad alternative energy sector knowledge and business awareness – sound understanding of the market, the insurance covers and potential exposures within these industries
• Knowledge of the London market environment and practices
• Knowledge of ‘best practice’ risk management controls
• Able to instigate and implement process change
• High level of computer literacy
• Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• ACII or other relevant professional & technical qualifications (preferred)

What will you get in return?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.

Benefits

The financials

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

Time away

• 25 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.

Your health is important to us

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

We're making a difference

• 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.

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

Our Culture

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest‑established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

Who we are

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are long‑standing players in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee: to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you’re interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions – then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.