Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.
Location: Manchester, Hybrid
Closing date for applications: 30th April 2026
The opportunity
Are you an experienced underwriter looking for a new challenge? Do you want to join an organisation that will invest in your development? We are looking for a Real Estate underwriter to join our Real Estate team. If you share our passion for putting customers first and our relentless desire to meet their expectations, this role could be for you!
Working within our Real Estate Underwriting team (Existing Business), you will join a team of experienced underwriters that will be able to support you. This is a great opportunity for someone that is looking to progress in one of the world’s largest insurance companies.
You will have the opportunity to work directly with some of long serving, major customers so it is important that you have a focus on providing excellent customer service.
Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.
What will you be doing?
- Deliver against underwriting & financial measures as outlined in the plan.
- Demonstrate market visibility & underwriting expertise.
- Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business-related needs, as appropriate.
- Qualify accounts to meet with the organisation’s appetite, consistent with sound business opportunity.
- Accurately select, assess and price risk in line with underwriting mentorship.
- Make clear recommendations for market pricing, backed up by strong rationale and confident decision-making.
- Serve as a key Zurich contact for our customers.
What are we looking for?
- Previous Real Estate/Property underwriting experience.
- Strong relationship management skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Proactive and able to manage a varied workload.
- Strong verbal, written communication and negotiation skills.
- Excellent team player.
- Ability to effectively assess risk.
- Cert or DiP CII Qualified or actively working towards accreditation.
What will you get in return?
Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year.
Benefits include:
- 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme
- Annual company bonus
- Private medical insurance
- Option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday
- Income protection
- Life cover – four times your salary
- 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays (including option to swap UK bank holidays for days off with cultural or religious significance)
- Three days paid volunteering
- Up to 16 weeks’ full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Access to private medical insurance, virtual GP appointments, discounted gym membership, free flu jab and support from wellbeing partners
Inclusive Employer
As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.
Our Culture
At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people, and our planet.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion and treating all applicants fairly, with respect, regardless of background, beliefs, culture, disability or any other protected characteristic.
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