Senior Motor Fleet Underwriter: Mid Market

Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

Location: Croydon, Fareham, South East Region, Hybrid

Closing date for applications: 29th April 2025

The opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Motor Fleet Underwriter to join our dynamic team, focusing on the Mid Market and Southeast Region. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in underwriting motor fleet insurance policies, ensuring profitable growth and maintaining strong relationships with brokers and clients.

Key responsibilities:

• Assess and underwrite motor fleet insurance risks in the mid-market segment, ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines and company policies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and other stakeholders to drive business growth and retention.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for new business and product development.
• Provide technical underwriting expertise and guidance to junior underwriters and other team members.
• Collaborate with the sales and distribution teams to achieve business targets and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of underwriting documentation and policy issuance.
• Monitor and manage the performance of the motor fleet insurance portfolio, implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain profitability.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of underwriting strategies and initiatives.

Qualifications and experience:

• Extensive experience in motor fleet underwriting, preferably within the mid-market segment.
• Strong knowledge of the UK insurance market and regulatory environment.
• Proven track record of achieving profitable growth and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and develop appropriate solutions.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
• Professional qualifications such as ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) or equivalent are highly desirable.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading global insurer.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Flexible working arrangements.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced motor underwriter looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Our culture:

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