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Role Summary and Purpose
We are expanding our Bristol branch as part of our strategic growth ambitions for 2026, and are looking for a talented individual to join our team.
This role is focused on achieving income and profit objectives by delivering an efficient case underwriting service to brokers. You’ll be actively involved in on-site broker development, supporting the technical management of the regional account in line with our regional strategy, financial plan, and personal objectives.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in commercial insurance underwriting who is looking to grow their career in a dynamic and expanding regional office.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Service existing business while underwriting within risk selection, appetite, and authority.
Follow the 4 Call Process to maximise opportunities.
Achieve bottom line, top line, and expense targets by managing to the region’s Key Performance Indicators.
Enhance Arch’s local presence by building strong relationships with key directors and staff at the region’s most important brokers.
Demonstrate strong negotiation skills to support conversion and broker relationships.
Maintain and develop personal technical knowledge.
Share technical and commercial market intelligence with the Regional Director and wider team.
Collaborate with other departments, especially claims and survey teams, when needed.
Role Requirements & Skills
Skills / Competencies
Minimum 2 years’ experience in commercial insurance underwriting.
Experience in renewals/existing business underwriting is preferred.
Proven ability to build and maintain broker relationships.
Strong underwriting track record.
Flexible and effective negotiation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a structured, organised, and planned manner.
Strong risk perception and selection capabilities.
Ability to price risk appropriately.
Demonstrated success in developing trading relationships.
Consistent achievement of goals and objectives.
Experience working across functions in a matrix organisation.
Operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Clear and confident communication skills.
Experience
Ideally at least 2 years’ experience in the commercial insurance industry.
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Underwriter Existing Business P&C • Bristol, United Kingdom
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