via Reed · 11 August 2026 ·39 days ago

Underwriter

Avencia Consulting
Leeds Full-time
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Avencia are partnered with a leading specialist insurer to recruit an Underwriter into their growing Renewals team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing and collaborative team, supporting a broad portfolio across Professional & Management Risks and Charity business. The role sits within a fast-paced, broker-facing environment, with a strong focus on service, retention, and relationship management.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of renewals and mid-term adjustments, working closely with brokers to retain and grow business. The role offers strong exposure across multiple product lines and a high level of autonomy within underwriting authority.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing and underwriting renewals and mid-term adjustments across multiple product lines

  • Delivering a high level of service to brokers via Acturis, email and phone

  • Proactively following up on renewals to secure and retain business

  • Building strong relationships with brokers and internal stakeholders

  • Monitoring broker activity and identifying opportunities for improvement or growth

  • Supporting wider team initiatives and ad hoc projects

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • 2+ years' experience within underwriting or a technical broking role

  • Experience in commercial insurance

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a high-volume workload

  • Confident communicator, comfortable handling broker queries via phone and email

  • Keen to continue developing technically, with support for CII qualifications

Desirable
  • Financial lines experience

  • Experience using Acturis

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