Property & Casualty Underwriter Existing Business

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

Location: Manchester Hybrid

Closing date for applications: 5th August 2026

The opportunity:

We are currently seeking an experienced Property & Casualty (P&C) Underwriter to join our experienced and highly successful team of underwriters in Manchester.

In this role you will play a key part in managing and developing an existing portfolio of business ensuring long-term profitability retention and sustainable growth. Working closely with brokers and customers youll be responsible for delivering underwriting excellence identifying opportunities to strengthen relationships and providing tailored solutions that meet our customers needs.

As an experienced Existing Business P&C Underwriter youll use your underwriting expertise and market knowledge to assess renewal and mid-term business make sound underwriting decisions and contribute to the continued success of our portfolio. Your expertise will help us deliver high-quality insurance products and service while maintaining strong broker partnerships.

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 arent available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

Key responsibilities:

• Evaluate underwrite and manage Existing Business P&C accounts including renewals and mid-term adjustments.
• Analyse risk exposure and determine appropriate coverage pricing and underwriting terms.
• Identify opportunities to retain and grow profitable business within the existing portfolio.
• Collaborate with brokers and customers to gather relevant information negotiate terms and deliver effective underwriting solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends industry developments and regulatory changes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and key stakeholders to support retention and portfolio growth.
• Monitor portfolio performance and take appropriate action to ensure underwriting profitability.
• Ensure compliance with company policies underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver exceptional service to brokers and customers supporting long-term relationship management.

Your skills and experience:

• Proven experience as a Property & Casualty Underwriter with a focus on existing business renewals or portfolio management.
• Strong knowledge of insurance products underwriting principles and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent analytical judgement and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication relationship-building and negotiation abilities.
• Experience of managing broker relationships and delivering excellent customer outcomes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in insurance systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. ACII) are preferred.
• A commercial mindset with a focus on portfolio performance retention and profitable growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced underwriter looking to further develop their career within a successful and supportive team while playing a key role in managing and growing a profitable existing business portfolio.

What will you get in return

Everyones different. Thats 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 alongside a range of other flexible benefits

You can find out more about our wide range ofemployee benefits on our website.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. Togetherwerecreating a brighter future for our customers ourpeopleand our planet.

With over 65000 employeesyoullfeel the support of being part of a strong and stable companythat isa long-standing player in the insurance industry.

Wevemade a promise to each other and every employee: to focus on sustainable impact to care about each others wellbeing to use our diverseexpertiseto be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

Ifyoureinterested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment where your creativity ideas and contributions are recognised and rewarded Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our culture:

At Zurich our strength comes from the diverse experiencesperspectivesand talents of our people. Our goal is to create a workplace where every employee can flourish and where everyone feels valuedheardand respected.

Over a quarter of our employees are members of at least one of our inclusion communities (Employee Resource Groups) with groups focused on areas such as social mobility and cultural awareness. Were proud to have receivednumerous industry awardsrecognising ourdiversity and inclusionpolicies and initiatives.

Weve created an environment that places real importance on our peoples wellbeing from a physical mental social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide practical advice and access to a wide range of lifestyle support alongside opportunities to learn grow and develop the skills needed for the future.

We actively support our employees to give back to their communities through volunteering and charitable activity. Our charitable arm Zurich Community Trust is one of the longestestablished corporate trusts in the UK. Together weve supported causes across the UK through grants and volunteering contributing over 100 million in funding and volunteered time.

Your application:

Werecommitted to treating all applicants fairly and with respect irrespective of their actual or assumed background sexual orientationdisabilityor 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. Youll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

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