Senior Development Underwriter

About the Role

Now Recruiting: Development Underwriter – P&C, Belfast Area/Home Based

I’m shortlisting now for an exciting opportunity offering flexibility, autonomy, home-based working and genuine career progression within the Irish commercial insurance market.

If you are an experienced commercial development underwriter who thrives on building and strengthening broker relationships while delivering exceptional service, this one should be on your radar.

Why This Role Stands Out

You’ll take ownership of an established key broker panel, make confident underwriting decisions, and act as a trusted partner to brokers across Northern Ireland. You’ll enjoy the freedom of a home based setup while working closely with a management team that genuinely values your input.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and underwrite new commercial risks — property & liability
• Review and analyse renewals and endorsements
• Manage workflow and ensure timely processing
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve queries
• Maintain and develop strong broker relationships, including visits when required
• Stay up to date with regulations and underwriting standards
• Support wider business initiatives and projects

Experience

• 3+ years’ commercial underwriting experience
• Strong understanding of underwriting operations
• Confident analytical and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building ability
• Comfortable working independently in a local/home based environment
• Progress toward CII preferred
• Strong negotiation skills and a proactive mindset

Day-to-Day Snapshot

• Assess and underwrite SME and mid-market accounts
• Strengthen and grow broker relationships
• Resolve underwriting queries with the wider team
• Engage with brokers and insureds
• Monitor market trends and guidelines

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