Senior Commercial Underwriter

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Bristol
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£70,000 / year
CATEGORY
Insurance
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SKILLS

Commercial Property Underwriting Risk Assessment Policy Negotiation Client Relationship Management Coaching and Mentoring Communication Decision Making Strategic Thinking

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Commercial Underwriter

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Senior Commercial Underwriter in Bristol. This hybrid role offers a salary up to £70,000 plus 17.5% annual bonus and benefits. Permanent, full-time (part-time considered).

About the Role

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s Large Corporate Insurance Department manages the largest and most complex corporate risks. As Senior Commercial Underwriter, you will manage a portfolio of existing clients and quotations, focusing on property covers. You'll evaluate risks, negotiate policy terms, and build relationships with agents, brokers, and clients. You'll also coach team members and support continuous improvement.

About You

You need extensive commercial underwriting experience in Commercial Property risks within the UK general insurance market. Skills include coaching, communication, decision-making, collaboration, and strategic thinking. CII qualification is desirable but not essential.

  • Experience of coaching, mentoring and training colleagues
  • Confident communicator with experience leading risk decisions
  • Ability to make rational decisions in a fast-paced environment
  • Collaborative approach and teamwork
  • Strategic and forward-thinking mindset

Benefits and Rewards

  • Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience
  • Annual bonus up to 17.5% of salary
  • Contributory pension scheme up to 20%
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell/save holiday trading
  • Family friendly policy
  • Access to savings at High Street brands, travel, supermarkets
  • £20 monthly gym membership contribution
  • Health and wellbeing plan
  • Voluntary benefits including health assessments, private medical insurance, dental insurance
  • Employee volunteering – one day per year
  • Refer a Friend £500 bonus scheme
  • Life Assurance cover of 4 x salary
  • Employee discounts on [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] insurance policies
  • Salary sacrifice employee car scheme

Working at [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a leading UK general insurance and financial services organisation. Recognised as a Gallup Exceptional Workplace with Distinction for ten consecutive years, and consistently featured on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work UK list. Offers a supportive, inclusive culture with opportunities for growth.

How to Apply

Apply via the link. Closing date: 13th May 2026.

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