Technical Underwriting Manager

City, Leeds

Salary Details: £60000.00 - 85000.00 a year

Avencia Consulting Services
Avencia Consulting Services
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About the role

Are you a seasoned property underwriter looking to shape the future of specialist insurance?

We're looking for a Technical Manager - Property to join our growing underwriting team. In this role, you'll lead the development and management of our Property portfolio, drive profitable growth, and help steer product innovation.

This role can be based in Leeds, Manchester or Birmingham.


Why Join Us

We're more than just an insurance provider - we're about making a difference. From helping people recover to giving businesses the confidence to grow, we take pride in our people-first approach and commitment to delivering meaningful solutions to small and medium enterprises (SMEs).


What you'll be doing:

  • Lead and manage the development and profitability of the Property portfolio

  • Support underwriting teams across UK Retail and International markets

  • Handle complex referrals and offer expert technical guidance

  • Partner with sales and marketing teams on product launches and broker engagement

  • Drive technical excellence and knowledge sharing across the underwriting team

  • Analyse new scheme or facility opportunities and contribute to go-to-market decisions

  • Represent the business in market activities and strategic broker discussions


What we're looking for:

  • Proven expertise in underwriting UK property insurance

  • Strong technical knowledge of property cover and market dynamics

  • Demonstrable success in building profitable portfolios

  • Understanding of UK regulatory requirements for underwriting and distribution

  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset

  • Experience working across functions including actuarial, sales, and marketing


What you'll gain:

  • A supportive, collaborative culture where your ideas and expertise are valued

  • Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing and innovative business

  • Consistently five-star rated by brokers

  • Flexible working options and a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity


If you're looking for a role where your knowledge and ideas can shape the future of specialist insurance, we want to hear from you.

Date Posted: 07 May 2025
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