Mid Market Senior Underwriter

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Senior Mid‑Market Underwriter – Leeds


Location: Leeds (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full‑time Seniority: Senior / Experienced Underwriter


We’re seeking an experienced Senior Mid‑Market Underwriter to join our clients Leeds office and play a pivotal role in driving profitable growth across our regional commercial portfolio. As part of one of the UK’s most respected insurance brands, you’ll be a key technical and trading authority within the team, shaping broker relationships and influencing underwriting strategy across the region.


About the Role

In this senior position, you’ll take ownership of a complex and diverse mid‑market book, applying advanced technical expertise and strong commercial judgement to deliver sustainable, profitable results. You’ll act as a trusted partner to brokers, a mentor to developing underwriters, and a strategic contributor to the wider regional plan.

This is a high‑visibility role with real influence — ideal for someone who thrives in a trading environment and enjoys balancing technical excellence with commercial impact.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Leading the underwriting of mid‑market commercial risks, including complex or non‑standard cases
  • Acting as a senior trading partner to key brokers across the Leeds and wider Yorkshire region
  • Negotiating terms, pricing, and coverage to secure profitable new business and strong retention
  • Providing technical guidance, coaching, and support to junior and mid‑level underwriters
  • Contributing to regional underwriting strategy, appetite development, and portfolio management
  • Making confident, data‑driven decisions within an elevated authority level
  • Building strong internal relationships across underwriting, distribution, claims, and actuarial teams
  • Ensuring compliance with governance, regulatory standards, and underwriting best practice


What We’re Looking For

  • Significant experience underwriting mid‑market commercial risks
  • Strong technical capability with the confidence to handle complex cases
  • Proven trading ability and a track record of building high‑value broker relationships
  • Commercially minded with a clear understanding of portfolio performance and profitability
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills
  • A collaborative, supportive approach with the ability to mentor and develop others
  • CII qualifications (or working toward ACII) strongly preferred


What We Offer

  • Competitive salary with senior‑level bonus potential
  • Hybrid working with a modern Leeds office
  • Clear progression pathways and exposure to strategic decision‑making
  • Support for professional development and advanced CII qualifications
  • A respected brand, strong broker relationships, and a collaborative regional team

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Senior Mid‑Market Underwriter – Leeds

Location: Leeds (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full‑time Seniority: Senior / Experienced Underwriter

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Mid‑Market Underwriter to join our clients Leeds office and play a pivotal role in driving profitable growth across our regional commercial portfolio. As part of one of the UK’s most respected insurance brands, you’ll be a key technical and trading authority within the team, shaping broker relationships and influencing underwriting strategy across the region.

About the Role

In this senior position, you’ll take ownership of a complex and diverse mid‑market book, applying advanced technical expertise and strong commercial judgement to deliver sustainable, profitable results. You’ll act as a trusted partner to brokers, a mentor to developing underwriters, and a strategic contributor to the wider regional plan.

This is a high‑visibility role with real influence — ideal for someone who thrives in a trading environment and enjoys balancing technical excellence with commercial impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Leading the underwriting of mid‑market commercial risks, including complex or non‑standard cases
  • Acting as a senior trading partner to key brokers across the Leeds and wider Yorkshire region
  • Negotiating terms, pricing, and coverage to secure profitable new business and strong retention
  • Providing technical guidance, coaching, and support to junior and mid‑level underwriters
  • Contributing to regional underwriting strategy, appetite development, and portfolio management
  • Making confident, data‑driven decisions within an elevated authority level
  • Building strong internal relationships across underwriting, distribution, claims, and actuarial teams
  • Ensuring compliance with governance, regulatory standards, and underwriting best practice

What We’re Looking For

  • Significant experience underwriting mid‑market commercial risks
  • Strong technical capability with the confidence to handle complex cases
  • Proven trading ability and a track record of building high‑value broker relationships
  • Commercially minded with a clear understanding of portfolio performance and profitability
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills
  • A collaborative, supportive approach with the ability to mentor and develop others
  • CII qualifications (or working toward ACII) strongly preferred

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary with senior‑level bonus potential
  • Hybrid working with a modern Leeds office
  • Clear progression pathways and exposure to strategic decision‑making
  • Support for professional development and advanced CII qualifications
  • A respected brand, strong broker relationships, and a collaborative regional team

Posted: May 3rd, 2026