Property & Casualty Underwriter: Existing Business in Manchester

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

Location: Manchester, Hybrid

Closing date for applications: 5th August 2026

The opportunity: We are currently seeking an experienced Property & Casualty (P&C) Underwriter to join our experienced and highly successful team of underwriters in Manchester. In this role, you will play a key part in managing and developing an existing portfolio of business, ensuring long-term profitability, retention and sustainable growth. Working closely with brokers and customers, you’ll be responsible for delivering underwriting excellence, identifying opportunities to strengthen relationships and providing tailored solutions that meet our customers' needs. As an experienced Existing Business P&C Underwriter, you’ll use your underwriting expertise and market knowledge to assess renewal and mid-term business, make sound underwriting decisions and contribute to the continued success of our portfolio. Your expertise will help us deliver high-quality insurance products and service while maintaining strong broker partnerships.

Key responsibilities:

• Evaluate, underwrite and manage Existing Business P&C accounts, including renewals and mid-term adjustments.
• Analyse risk exposure and determine appropriate coverage, pricing and underwriting terms.
• Identify opportunities to retain and grow profitable business within the existing portfolio.
• Collaborate with brokers and customers to gather relevant information, negotiate terms and deliver effective underwriting solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, industry developments and regulatory changes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and key stakeholders to support retention and portfolio growth.
• Monitor portfolio performance and take appropriate action to ensure underwriting profitability.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver exceptional service to brokers and customers, supporting long-term relationship management.

Your skills and experience:

• Proven experience as a Property & Casualty Underwriter, with a focus on existing business, renewals or portfolio management.
• Strong knowledge of insurance products, underwriting principles and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent analytical, judgement and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and negotiation abilities.
• Experience of managing broker relationships and delivering excellent customer outcomes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in insurance systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. ACII) are preferred.
• A commercial mindset with a focus on portfolio performance, retention and profitable growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced underwriter looking to further develop their career within a successful and supportive team, while playing a key role in managing and growing a profitable existing business portfolio.

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.

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.

Your application: 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. As an inclusive employer we also want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview.