Underwriter jobs in United Kingdom

129914

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

Location: Manchester, Hybrid

Closing date for applications: 8th January 2026

The opportunity:

We are currently seeking an experienced New Business P&C Underwriter to join our experienced and highly successful team of underwriters in Manchester. As an experienced New Business P&C Underwriter, you will play a critical role in our underwriting team. You will be responsible for assessing and underwriting new business opportunities, ensuring profitable growth, and maintaining strong relationships with brokers and clients. Your expertise will contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality insurance products and services.

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:

• Evaluate and underwrite New Business P&C insurance applications.
• Analyse risk factors and determine appropriate coverage and pricing.
• Collaborate with brokers, agents, and clients to gather necessary information and negotiate terms.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships of key stakeholders to drive business growth.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to brokers and clients.

Your skills and experience:

• Proven experience as a New Business P&C Underwriter, with a focus on new business.
• Strong knowledge of insurance products and underwriting practices.
• Excellent analytical and decision‑making skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in insurance software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. ACII) are 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.

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 a long‑standing player 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.

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 of 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.

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

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

• 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.

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

• 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.