New Business Construction Underwriter

This is an exciting opportunity to join our expert-led Allianz Commercial team as a New Business Construction Underwriter, playing a key role in delivering profitable growth.
You will support the development of a world-class, multi-niche Insurance & Engineering offering, contributing to ambitious regional growth targets., Underwrite construction risks across new business to meet growth and profitability targets
Assess and price risk in line with Allianz appetite and underwriting strategy
Build and maintain strong broker and client relationships through regular engagement
Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with brokers to secure sustainable business
Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the market
Contribute to regional underwriting strategy and key business initiatives
Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Claims, Operations, and Risk teams
Represent Allianz positively in the market, attending broker and client meetings

Experience in construction underwriting, including casualty/liability covers
Strong ability to underwrite new business effectively
Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with brokers and negotiating outcomes
Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex risks and market conditions
Commercial awareness with a focus on profitable growth and retention
Self-motivated team player with the ability to support and mentor others

Location: This role is based in either our Southampton or Chelmsford offices, please note that this is a hybrid working role with the expectation that you attend the office 2-3 days per week, as well as meeting with brokers.

Salary Information

Pay: Circa £50,000 per year.
Pay is based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary is only one part of our total reward package., Proactive and driven with a strong focus on personal and professional development
Ability to take initiative and contribute positively within a team environment
Responsible Artificial Intelligence usage

What We Will Offer You

Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from- so you can pick a package that's perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That's on top of enjoying all the benefits you'd expect from the world's number one insurance brand, including:

Flexible buy/sell holiday options
Hybrid working
Annual performance related bonus
Contributory pension scheme
Development days
A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
Retail discounts
Volunteering days

Our Ways of Working

Do you need flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it's right for our customers, our business and for you, then we'll do everything we can to make it happen. Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.

Inclusive Support & Accessibility

At Allianz, we are committed to fostering building an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone can thrive. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled and neurodivergent candidates and offer tailored adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, whether that's assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, flexible working arrangements, mentoring or coaching. We want to encourage candidates to speak with us about any adjustments they may need. We're here to support you.