Construction Underwriter – New Business
Manchester or Leeds | Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 from home)
Avencia are partnered with an established insurer looking to appoint a Construction Underwriter in Manchester or Leeds.
You’ll underwrite new business for UK contractors, assess broker submissions and negotiate terms across a liability-led construction package.
The position offers hybrid working , broker visits, and occasional travel to London. There is scope for further technical development and progression as your experience grows.
The role
- Assess and price new business across contractors’ liability and contract works, with additional covers including PI and property.
- Negotiate terms with brokers and follow quotations through to placement.
- Develop broker relationships through regular contact and visits.
- Work with distribution colleagues to identify opportunities and generate submissions.
- Manage your pipeline and contribute to new business targets.
Skills & experience
- Construction underwriting experience covering both liability and contract works.
- Confidence making underwriting decisions within authority and referring cases appropriately.
- Experience discussing risks, pricing and coverage with brokers.
- Comfortable managing your own workload and working towards commercial targets.
- PI experience would be useful, with training available on the wider product.
Benefits
- Up to 12% employer pension contributions, depending on your contribution.
- Private medical cover for you and your dependants.
- 25 days’ annual leave, with the option to buy or sell additional days.
- Study support for CII qualifications
