Senior Schemes Underwriter

Location
Manchester, UK
Salary Package
Posted
1st Apr 2026
Consultants
Sam Baker

Enjoy underwriting complex risks while shaping portfolio strategy and growth?

A leading insurer is looking for a Senior Schemes Underwriter to join its high-performing Schemes team, focusing on Commercial Property Owners and specialist sectors.

This is a commercially focused role combining underwriting expertise, broker relationship management, and portfolio strategy.

 

The Opportunity

You’ll take ownership of complex underwriting decisions while playing a key role in driving profitable growth across a specialist schemes portfolio. Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll help shape underwriting strategy and strengthen key broker partnerships.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Underwrite complex risks and manage referrals across the schemes portfolio
  • Drive profitable growth through portfolio and underwriting strategy
  • Build and manage key broker relationships
  • Identify emerging risks and opportunities to maintain market position

 

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years’ underwriting experience within commercial lines (ideally property)
  • ACII qualified or working towards
  • Strong decision-making, influencing, and negotiation skills
  • Commercial mindset with ability to handle complex cases

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