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Senior Mid-Market Underwriter – Leeds
Location: Leeds
Sector: Commercial P&C
Level: Senior Underwriter
Type: Full-time, permanent
About the Role
This is a key opportunity for an experienced Mid-Market Underwriter to join a high-performing commercial team in Leeds. You’ll take ownership of a diverse Mid-Market portfolio, work closely with regional brokers, and play an active role in driving profitable growth across the Yorkshire market.
The role suits someone who enjoys trading, negotiating, and building strong broker relationships, while also contributing to wider regional strategy and mentoring junior underwriters.
Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite and manage a varied Mid-Market commercial portfolio across core P&C lines.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers across the region, ensuring high levels of engagement and visibility.
- Negotiate terms, assess risk quality, and make confident, commercially sound decisions.
- Support regional growth plans by identifying new business opportunities and contributing to trading activity.
- Provide guidance and support to junior underwriters, helping develop capability within the team.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across underwriting, claims, and distribution to deliver a consistent customer experience.
- Ensure underwriting activity aligns with governance, appetite, and profitability targets.
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What We’re Looking For
- Strong experience underwriting Mid-Market commercial risks.
- Solid technical knowledge across core P&C lines.
- Confident trading ability and a proactive approach to broker engagement.
- Commercial judgement and the ability to make balanced, profitable decisions.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships.
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to support team development.
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What’s on Offer
- A role with autonomy, visibility, and genuine influence in the regional market.
- Supportive leadership and a culture that values decision-making and broker relationships.
- Clear progression pathways and opportunities to shape your career.
- Competitive package aligned with senior underwriting responsibilities.
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