Commercial Underwriter – Multiple Opportunities (Birmingham & West Midlands)

A well-established UK insurer is expanding its Commercial and Corporate Underwriting division, driven by sustained growth and strong financial performance. Opportunities are available across a range of levels, from desk-based underwriters through to senior trading and new business specialists.

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

The Opportunity

• Underwrite commercial combined or property & casualty risks with a focus on profitability and disciplined growth
• Roles available across:
• Desk-based renewals underwriting
• Trading underwriters handling broker relationships
• Senior new business and portfolio-focused positions
• Engage with a network of strategic broker partners to retain and win business
• Operate within specialist and niche areas where the business is performing strongly
• Contribute to a data-led underwriting approach, leveraging modern technology and analytics

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assess, price, and negotiate risks in line with underwriting strategy
• Build and maintain broker relationships, both remotely and face-to-face (role dependent)
• Identify opportunities for growth within existing and new business pipelines
• Use data and insight to support underwriting decisions and portfolio performance
• Collaborate with internal teams across underwriting, claims, and distribution

What They’re Looking For

• Experience in commercial combined or property & casualty underwriting
• Ability to balance technical underwriting with commercial judgement
• Strong broker engagement skills (for trading roles)
• Confidence working within a data-driven environment
• Individuals who want to progress, take ownership, and develop their careers

The Environment

• Hybrid working model across Birmingham and the West Midlands
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear investment in technology, data, and underwriting capability
• A business that is performing well and continuing to grow in targeted markets

Salary & Benefits

• £40,000 – £125,000 depending on experience
• Bonus aligned to performance
• Pension
• Private medical cover
• Life assurance
• Lifestyle benefits

If you are considering a move and looking to fast track your career please get in touch