Senior Construction Underwriter (Part-Time, Job-Share, Full-Time)

Location: Croydon or Fareham, Hybrid

Closing date for applications: 17th June 2024

The opportunity: 

We are looking for an experienced Senior Market Underwriter to join our Construction team. Working predominately with our global brokers the ideal candidate will provide underwriting expertise and first-class service to brokers and customers, with a proven track record of delivering profitable growth, managing complex portfolios, building strong business relationships, and meeting business objectives.

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 aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.  

Please watch the video to gain an insight into working within our team:

https://youtu.be/oaFtvbI4lZY

What will you be doing?

As the Senior Underwriter, you will work closely and will have the opportunity to mentor and coach other Underwriter’s in the team. Collaboration and communication are critical in this role. You will be working with internal colleagues and teams to drive initiatives and deliverables aimed at the Construction market, as well as delivering on the external facing element of the role, meeting and building relationships with external brokers and policyholders within the market.

You will bring product expertise and market insight to develop the UK Construction business that meets the customers’ needs. As part of this role the successful candidate will have the opportunity to be the lead underwriter on some of our largest accounts and we are looking for someone who has the experience or the potential to have and build relationships direct with our broker network. We would like someone who can balance the internal and external demands to obtain the best result for Zurich.

Key responsibilities: 

• Develop profitable business with a group of Construction brokers & customers.
• Manage clients and leading broker relationships interacting with risk managers.
• Responsible for overall service proposition on key broker accounts.
• Underwrite and negotiate insurance contracts.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant systems, products, processes, and procedures to be able to provide a first-class experience for Customers (both internal and external).
• Ongoing self-development and learning, coaching others where appropriate.
• Promote continuous improvement and process efficiency.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture.

What are we looking for?

Ideally, you will be an experienced Construction Underwriter looking for that next step or a new challenge at a large, global insurer. Having experience in the London Market would be beneficial dealing with the writing of: CAR, Public / Products Liability and domestic Employers Liability insurance programmes. Strong communication and influencing skills are needed so we would like you to be able to demonstrate this. We are also looking for someone to bring their expertise and help us grow, so knowledge and understanding of industry trends is a must for us. We would also expect you to have CII qualifications or to have made good progress.

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.  

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.    We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future. 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, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs, or culture. 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’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social, and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. 

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. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

 
So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.