Development Underwriter (Care Sector)

Development Underwriter (Care Sector) Scotland Permanent | Full TimeHelp Shape the Future of Care Insurance at Markel! We\'re making a significant investment in our Care Sector team and are looking for two commercially minded Development Underwriters to help drive the next phase of growth. This is not a traditional desk-based underwriting role. We\'re looking for individuals who thrive in the market, enjoy building relationships, spotting opportunities and creating growth. You\'ll combine your underwriting expertise with a highly broker-facing approach, developing new business opportunities while helping strengthen Markel\'s position as one of the UK\'s leading specialist insurers in the care sector. With over 15,000 policyholders and a strong reputation in specialist care, this is an opportunity to join a successful, growing team where your impact will be visible from day one.Why This Role?We\'re creating this position to expand our market presence and build new broker relationships across key growth regions. This role will focus on Scotland, although we\'re keen to hear from exceptional candidates in other locations.You\'ll have the freedom and autonomy to develop your territory, build your profile within the market and influence the future direction of our Care portfolio. If you\'re someone who enjoys being out meeting brokers, opening doors and turning relationships into profitable business, you\'ll feel right at home here.What You\'ll Be Doing?Grow Market Presence:Build and strengthen relationships with brokers across your territoryIdentify and win new business opportunitiesIncrease awareness of the Markel proposition within the care marketRepresent Markel at broker meetings, industry events and networking opportunitiesDeliver Profitable Growth:Underwrite and negotiate new business risks within authorityDevelop and manage a strong pipeline of opportunitiesDrive sustainable portfolio growth while maintaining underwriting disciplineContribute to a significant annual new business targetInfluence and Collaborate:Work closely with underwriting, distribution and operational teamsShare market insight and broker intelligenceSupport the development of Markel\'s Care propositionAct as a trusted business partner to brokers and internal stakeholdersAbout Our Care Portfolio:Learning disability providersMental health servicesChildren\'s care organisationsResidential care providersCharities and not-for-profit organisationsSpecialist care businessesWhat We\'re Looking For?You\'ll likely come from a background in:Development UnderwritingCommercial UnderwritingCare Sector UnderwritingSpecialist InsuranceBroker DevelopmentMost importantly, you\'ll be someone who enjoys creating opportunities and building meaningful broker relationships. You\'ll bring:Commercial underwriting experience within the care / social welfare sectorExperience working with brokers and developing accountsStrong relationship-building and networking skillsA proven track record of generating new businessA proactive, self-starting mindsetConfidence working autonomously across a large territoryStrong negotiation and trading skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsWhat Makes This Opportunity Different?High-profile growth opportunityStrong market reputationEstablished portfolio and broker networkSignificant autonomy and trustSupportive, collaborative cultureOpportunity to shape your territory and influence growthWhat You\'ll Get:Competitive salary & generous bonus paid quarterlyHybrid and flexible workingPrivate Medical InsuranceLife AssuranceIncome ProtectionGenerous holiday entitlement with buy/sell optionsProfessional qualification supportOngoing career development opportunitiesA genuinely supportive and inclusive cultureMarkel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background, if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you.We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr