Senior Development Underwriter (Technology Practice) in Manchester

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

Location: Manchester, with regular travel across the UK and visits to our London office.

Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package, including a company car.

Closing date for applications: 2nd September 2026.

The opportunity: Would you like to play a pivotal role in building a multiline and multinational Technology portfolio in the regional market? Do you thrive on influencing the market, unlocking new opportunities, and shaping portfolios? This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished and market-credible Senior Development Underwriter to play a leading role in shaping Zurich's Technology proposition across the UK. In this newly created role, you will combine technical expertise, commercial judgement, strong negotiation skills and broker leadership, playing a key part in driving our new business strategy and establishing a strong presence in this specialist market. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will underwrite complex Technology accounts, develop and strengthen broker relationships across the UK, and contribute to profitable growth. You will influence underwriting decisions, support portfolio strategy and help position Zurich as a leading insurer in the Technology sector. This role offers the opportunity to lead from the front—bringing thought leadership, supporting strong governance and portfolio stewardship, and working collaboratively with internal stakeholders. You will join a high‑performing regional team where senior expertise is valued, and where you can actively contribute to the long‑term success and profitability of our Technology business.

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.

What will you be doing?

• Driving strategic growth: Lead the identification, development, and conversion of high‑value mid‑market Technology opportunities, positioning Zurich as the insurer of choice.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, brokers and internal stakeholders.
• Focus on primary and excess Technology accounts and multinational opportunities.
• Working very closely with Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) to deliver unique risk management solutions to our Technology clients.
• Conduct detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify pipeline opportunities.
• Act as the subject matter expert in the regional team and assist in training and developing others internally and externally.
• Lead and direct negotiation of Terms & Conditions to close deals.
• Identify new product development initiatives.
• Contribute to the team strategy, operate team activities and execute team initiatives, in the regional markets.

What are we looking for?

• Significant experience in the mid‑market space with a strong track record of business development and portfolio growth.
• In‑depth knowledge of Technology Underwriting and exposures, in the context of Property, Casualty, Technology Professional Indemnity and Cyber.
• Experience in building multinational programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong broker network, market knowledge, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively assess risk across different lines of business.

What will you get in return?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday, alongside a range of other flexible benefits.

Who we are: At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. Together, we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet. With over 65,000 employees, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company that is 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 where your creativity, ideas and contributions are recognised and rewarded, Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our culture: At Zurich, our strength comes from the diverse experiences, perspectives and talents of our people. Our goal is to create a workplace where every employee can flourish and where everyone feels valued, heard and respected. Over a quarter of our employees are members of at least one of our inclusion communities (Employee Resource Groups), with groups focused on areas such as social mobility and cultural awareness. We’re proud to have received numerous industry awards recognising our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives. We’ve created an environment that places 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 practical advice and access to a wide range of lifestyle support, alongside opportunities to learn, grow and develop the skills needed for the future. We actively support our employees to give back to their communities through volunteering and charitable activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest‑established corporate trusts in the UK. Together, we’ve supported causes across the UK through grants and volunteering, contributing over £100 million in funding and volunteered time.

We’re committed to treating all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, sexual orientation, disability or any other protected characteristic.