Reference: 4717561Job ID: 5350001Posted: 2026-07-28Closing date: 2026-10-25Location: City of LondonSalary: Up to 55k (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Insurance / BrokingCompany: HaysConsultant: Fallon Richards-KeoghHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: Email: new companyAre you a Commercial Combined Underwriter ready to take the next step in your career? Our client is seeking a proactive, relationship-driven professional to manage and grow our delegated authority schemes.
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
Whether you bring 2–3 years’ experience from a top-tier insurer or 5+ years in the market, we want to hear from you — DA experience is not essential.Your new roleAs a Delegated Authority Scheme Underwriter, you’ll be the driving force behind the success of our scheme portfolio.
You’ll work closely with brokers, underwriting and operations teams to optimise performance, enhance profitability, and deliver exceptional service.
This is a hands-on role where initiative, collaboration, and commercial acumen are key.Key responsibilities include owning and growing relationships with a panel of brokers to generate profitable business.
You will monitor scheme performance and identify opportunities for growth and efficiency, investigate high loss ratios, implement corrective actions, and provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior underwriters.
Other duties include preparing and presenting renewal proposals to the Underwriting Committee and reviewing and updating policy wording, contracts, and binding authority agreements.What you'll need to succeedThe ideal candidate will have 5+ years in delegated authority account management OR 2–3 years in commercial combined underwriting from a top insurer.
You will have strong relationships and communication skills and be a confident negotiator with the ability to influence.
The ideal candidate would also be a self-starter with excellent time management and have a solid understanding of UK commercials.
Insurance market and regulationsWhat you'll get in returnYou will receive a complete salary plus excellent pension and benefits.
You will receive support from directors.
You will also work within a like-minded team who offer full training and support. xsabvtc What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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- Fallon Richards-Keogh
Commercial Combined Underwriter in Vauxhall employer: Hays
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