Senior Delegated Authority Underwriter

Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis. Closing date for applications: 23rd January 2025 The opportunity: Delegated Authority is a key part of what we do at Zurich and as we continue to develop and grow in this area of the market, we are looking to add an additional Senior Delegated Authority Underwriter to our team. This exciting opportunity is essential to the development and growth of our Delegated Authority business. If you think you have what it takes, a role within our Delegated Authority Centre of Excellence could be the one for you! As a Senior Delegated Authority Underwriter, you’ll be managing an existing Delegated Authority portfolio and oversee all the activities required to deliver outstanding service and build relationships with our Delegated brokers, whilst also supporting our growth aspirations by delivering on new business opportunities. This role is a Market facing role, so it’s important that you are great at communicating, relationship building and have a built-in passion for doing the right thing for our customers. Your key responsibilities: Overseeing and optimising our Delegated Authority portfolio. Building and nurturing strong relationships with Delegated brokers and key partners. Underwriting: Assessing and evaluating risks to determine appropriate coverage and pricing. Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to drive growth. Engaging and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to align strategies and achieve business objectives. What are we looking for? You will be experienced in underwriting Property and Casualty lines of business. You will have Delegated Authority or Portfolio Management experience. Experience in Construction, or other lines of business would be beneficial but not essential. Strong communication skills and confidence in decision-making. Ability to challenge processes and decisions using your experience and attention to detail. Capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise, always keeping the customer foremost in your mind. Who we are: 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. 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. 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’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. So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us. The financials: 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme. Annual company bonus. Income Protection. Life cover - four times your salary. Time away: 25 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. Your health is important to us: Access to Private medical insurance. Virtual GP appointments. Discounted gym membership. Free flu jab. Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners. We're making a difference: Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

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