Development Underwriter in Midlothian

The RoleWe are recruiting a Development Underwriter to join an established commercial P&C underwriting team, focused on generating and writing new business across an existing panel of broking partners in Scotland.This is a home-based, market-facing role with a clear new business remit. The regional book and existing broker relationships are already in place, supported by a dedicated service underwriting function - this role is not about managing that book day to day, but about actively growing it through new business production and broker development.You will work within a defined commercial P&C product suite, with delegated underwriting authority to trade SME and mid-market risks. As the business continues its regional growth strategy, you will also be involved in the development of new agency relationships, helping to expand the broking panel alongside your new business underwriting activity.What You'll Be DoingGenerating and underwriting new commercial P&C business across an established panel of broking partners in ScotlandBuilding strong working relationships with existing broker partners to maximise new business flowIdentifying and developing opportunities for new agency appointments, supporting the wider regional growth strategyUnderwriting within delegated authority across the SME and mid-market commercial P&C segmentWorking closely with service underwriters and the wider regional team, who manage the ongoing servicing of the existing bookRepresenting the business professionally and consistently across the Scottish broker marketWhat We're Looking ForSolid experience in commercial P&C underwriting, ideally within the SME or mid-market segmentExisting relationships with commercial insurance brokers in Scotland, whether national or independentBackground with a composite insurer, MGA, or similar underwriting environmentConfidence underwriting a broad range of commercial P&C risks within delegated authorityA genuine track record of new business production, not solely account managementSelf-motivated and comfortable operating in a home-based, field-facing capacityYou can be based anywhere in Scotland or Cumbria for this roleWhat's on OfferSalary up to 80,000, depending on experiencePerformance-related bonus schemeComprehensive benefits packageHome-based working across ScotlandThe opportunity to join an established underwriting team as part of a wider regional growth strategy, with involvement in new agency development as the business expandsHow to ApplyThis vacancy is being handled exclusively by IDEX Consulting. All applications are treated in strict confidence and your details will not be shared with the client without your prior consent.To apply, or for a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Cam Green. Cam Green Insurance Recruitment - IDEX Consulting cameron.green@idexconsulting.comVisit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy.Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.Discipline(s): General InsuranceJob type: Flexible / Work From Home