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Scheme Development Underwriter

Stride Resource Management

Colchester

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Schemes Development Underwriter to join their dynamic team in Colchester. This role offers the chance to manage and grow a high-performing portfolio while building strong broker relationships. You will be part of a modern firm that leverages innovative strategies and technology to drive growth in the insurance sector. With a hybrid working model, you will enjoy flexibility while contributing to a successful schemes division known for its market reputation. If you have a proven track record in underwriting and are ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

BUPA private medical & dental
Life assurance & critical illness cover
Sabbaticals & extra holiday for tenure
Comprehensive benefits including pension
Modern office with advanced tech
Hybrid working model

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as an underwriter, ideally within commercial lines or schemes.
  • Strong track record of building and managing broker relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong broker relationships to develop profitable schemes.
  • Underwrite new and existing business on both a case-by-case basis.
  • Monitor and manage your portfolio, identifying opportunities.

Skills

Underwriting
Broker Relationship Management
Analytical Skills
Portfolio Management
Strategic Thinking

Job description

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Stride Resource Management provided pay range

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Base pay range

Location: Colchester (Hybrid Working)

  • £45,000 - £60,000 + 15% bonus (with multipliers for over performance)
  • BUPA private medical & dental
  • Life assurance & critical illness cover
  • Sabbaticals & extra holiday for tenure
  • Working for a modern firm using new techniques, strategies and tech to drive growth
  • Joining a market leader in schemes and specialist insurance
Director/Owner of Stride Resource Management - a UK wide recruitment specialist for general insurance and financial services

Joining a business with a modern, data driven approach as Scheme Development Underwriter will move your career forwards. You’ll fly in the in a role allowing you to own and manage your portfolio, its growth and your own plan.

The role sits within a schemes division known for its success and its market reputation. This is an opportunity to build on a set of established, profitable schemes and further develop a high-performing portfolio.

The Schemes Development Underwriter Role:
  • Build and maintain strong broker relationships to develop profitable schemes.
  • Underwrite new and existing business on both a case-by-case basis and at account level.
  • Monitor and manage your portfolio, identifying opportunities and making strategic adjustments.
  • Refine and evolve underwriting guides to remain competitive.
  • Lead broker workshops to share insights and strengthen underwriting knowledge.
  • Ensure governance, compliance, and efficiency in underwriting practices.
  • Take ownership of delivering profitable growth and a high-performing portfolio.
What We Are Looking For:
  • Proven experience as an underwriter, ideally within commercial lines or schemes.
  • Strong track record of building and managing broker relationships.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
  • Confidence in managing a portfolio and driving performance improvements.
  • Collaborative approach with the ability to work independently.
What You’ll Get:
  • £45,000 - £60,000 salary + 15% bonus (with multipliers for overperformance).
  • Comprehensive benefits, including pension, medical, and lifestyle perks.
  • Modern Colchester office with advanced tech and systems.
  • Hybrid working model for flexibility and collaboration.

If you’re ready to take the next step as a Schemes Development Underwriter, we want to hear from you – please apply or contact:

David Colesby – 07794 926 560 / david.colesby@strideresource.com

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development, Finance, and Sales

Industries

Insurance, Insurance Agencies and Brokerages, and Insurance Carriers

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