Senior Development Underwriter

Birmingham - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Underwriting Team as a Senior Development Underwriter!

At Covéa Insurance were all about protecting what matters most - whether its your home your car or your business. With our award-winning customer service and a wide range of insurance products were here to make a real difference.

In this role youll be working in a team that fuels regional growth by forging strong broker partnerships driving new business through tactical trading and promoting Coveas products and services while supporting colleagues with training and underwriting expertise to ensure retention compliance and a competitive edge.

While this role is primarily remote there will be times when youll need to visit our Birmingham office depending on the needs of the role.

Were looking for someone enthusiastic and eager to learn - could that be you

What does a day-to-day look like

Lead and develop partnerships with key regional and strategic brokers working with managers to deliver panel growth and personal new business targets.
Plan and conduct broker performance reviews and training sessions to drive commercial lines growth across regional branches.
Build a pipeline of prospects and use tactical trading tools to provide brokers with a competitive advantage in new business.
Promote Covea Insurance products and services across Regional Branch Regional eTrade and SMEaligned schemes.
Provide training and referral support to colleagues assisting the Regional Underwriting Manager in achieving renewal retention and rate improvement targets.
Maintain accurate audit trails and stay up to date on the commercial lines market broking landscape and relevant legislation or litigation.

What will help you stand out

Proven relationship management skills with brokers and stakeholders promoting propositions and influencing positive outcomes.
Expertise in profitably underwriting larger and more complex commercial risks aligned to SME markets.
Strong portfolio account management capability with the ability to deliver financial targets and shape future growth plans.
Provides technical and soft skills support to colleagues operating independently while engaging at team level to achieve common goals.
A decisive and commercially focused underwriting approach backed by excellent communication skills.
Minimum of 5 years experience underwriting complex commercial risks supported by Dip CII qualification or progress towards it

Not sure if you tick every box Thats okay!
At Covéa we know that great people dont always meet every single requirement listed in a job ad. If this role excites you and you think you could be a good fit wed love to hear from you - so go ahead and apply! Were all about building a diverse inclusive team where everyone can thrive.

The perks of joining us

Flexible working 36.25 hours a week with flexitime & hybrid options
Annual pay review plus performance bonuses (up to 30% depending on level)
Generous holidays 2527 days bank holidays with buy/sell options
Pension perks 7.5% employer contribution rising to 9% with your input
A culture where everyone belongs were committed to diversity equity & inclusion with real action employee-led community groups and ongoing learning to make Covéa a place where everyone can thrive
Mental & financial support through our dedicated Wellbeing group
Career growth training qualifications & apprenticeships to help you thrive
Health & wellbeing private medical cover 24/7 Virtual GP health checks flu jabs & more
Drive in style Tusker Car Scheme with fully maintained insured vehicles
Extra savings gym discounts Cycle to Work and retail offers via Perkpal
And much more!

Excited about this opportunity So are we!
Apply today and be part of our journey.

As a Disability Confident Employer were committed to fair and accessible recruitment. If you need any adjustments support or alternative application options during the Recruitment process then please reach out to Megan Barraclough or one of our Team at

Applicants must currently reside in the United Kingdom and possess full and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role.

Salary:

Up to 65000 (DOE)

Working hours:

36.25

Required Experience:

Senior IC

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Underwriting Team as a Senior Development Underwriter!At Covéa Insurance were all about protecting what matters most - whether its your home your car or your business. With our award-winning customer service and a wide range of insurance products were here...