Senior Motor Trade Combined Underwriter - Bristol; Chelmsford

We're looking for an experienced Senior Regional Underwriter to join our Motor Trade team.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine technical underwriting expertise with broker relationship management, helping us deliver profitable growth across our Regional Motor Trade Combined portfolio.

At Cova, we know there isn't a one-size-fits-all way of working. We support flexible working arrangements and encourage open conversations about what works best for you.

The Team

Our Motor Trade Underwriting team works closely with regional brokers to deliver profitable growth, excellent service and strong underwriting performance. We focus on developing long-term broker relationships while supporting quality outcomes for customers and the wider business.

What you can expect in this role

Underwriting new and existing Motor Trade Combined business.

Developing and managing broker relationships across the region.

Supporting portfolio growth through effective trading and retention activity.

Taking ownership of complex underwriting cases and negotiations.

Acting as a technical referral point for colleagues.

Using market and broker insight to identify trends, risks and opportunities.

Experience underwriting and trading Motor Trade Combined business.

Knowledge of the broker market and regional trading environment.

Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.

Sound underwriting judgement and technical expertise.

Communication skills with the ability to influence brokers and stakeholders.

Dip CII, or progress towards, would be advantageous., As a Disability Confident Employer , were committed to fair and accessible recruitment . If you need adjustments or support at any stage, please contact our Recruitment Team at .

Applicants must currently reside in the UK and have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, were unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Maintaining high standards of conduct and behaviour is a core requirement of this role. The role holder is expected to promote a respectful, inclusive and professional working environment and take reasonable steps to prevent, identify and respond appropriately to non-financial misconduct, including bullying, harassment, discrimination, victimisation and other inappropriate behaviour. Concerns must be addressed and escalated in accordance with the Covas policies and procedures.

Working hours:
36.25