Pavilion Recruitment Solutions
Underwriter

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Underwriter
Salary - up to £33,000
Brighton, East Sussex
The Opportunity
We’re working with a well-established and growing insurance business in Brighton who are looking to add an Underwriter to their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing technical underwriting with relationship management, and wants to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
The Role
As an Underwriter, you’ll be responsible for assessing and underwriting new and existing business in line with company strategy and within your delegated authority. You’ll work closely with brokers and internal teams to deliver profitable growth while maintaining a high standard of service.
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Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite new and existing business in line with underwriting guidelines and appetite
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and key stakeholders
- Evaluate risk and make sound underwriting decisions to ensure profitability
- Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing
- Manage your own workload to meet SLAs and service standards
- Support business development activity and contribute to growth targets
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements


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About You
- Previous underwriting experience (or strong experience within insurance with underwriting exposure)
- Strong understanding of commercial insurance products
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to make informed decisions and work within authority limits
- Organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload
- Ambitious and keen to develop within a growing business
What’s on offer:
- Clear progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to work with a respected name in the market
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