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Commercial Underwriter - Casualty & Construction - job post

IPS Regional
Bristol BS1 6BN
£55,000 - £85,000 a year - Permanent

Job details

Pay

  • £55,000 - £85,000 a year

Job type

  • Permanent

Location

Bristol BS1 6BN

Full job description

Location - Bristol
Salary - Circa £85,000 (Depending on experience)

IPS Group are working with a well-established and highly respected insurer that is looking to appoint a Commercial Underwriter to join its regional underwriting team in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial lines underwriter to join a collaborative and supportive business where individuals are empowered to make decisions, contribute to profitable growth, and further develop their underwriting careers.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the development of a successful Contractors Combined portfolio, underwriting both delegated authority and open market business, while also supporting a broader Casualty and Property account across a diverse range of industries.

The opportunity is a 50/50 split between New Business and renewals dealing with premiums in the range of £15,000 - £60,000 mostly but also some higher premiums.

There is an expectation to be on client visits across the South West so having experience of being out and about with a strong reputation in the market is advantagous.

Key Responsibilities

  • Underwrite new and existing business in line with underwriting authority and business plan objectives.
  • Develop and grow Contractors Combined, Casualty, and Property portfolios profitably.
  • Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, regulatory requirements, and internal standards.
  • Manage reinsurance requirements where applicable.
  • Build and maintain strong trading relationships with brokers and key stakeholders.
  • Monitor portfolio performance and identify opportunities for improvement and growth.
  • Support delegated authority arrangements, including audits and oversight activities.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across underwriting, claims, and wider business functions.
  • Deliver exceptional service and customer-focused underwriting solutions.
About You:
  • Experience underwriting commercial lines business, with a particular focus on Casualty and Contractors Combined risks.
  • Strong technical underwriting knowledge and sound market awareness.
  • Excellent broker development, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
  • A commercial mindset with the ability to identify profitable business opportunities.
  • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
  • A proactive and adaptable approach to delivering solutions for clients and brokers.
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