Development Underwriter
MarkelLondon, England, United Kingdom ⢠Manchester, England, United Kingdom ⢠Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Posted February 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
As the insurance operations within the Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), we leverage a broad array of capabilities and expertise to create intelligent solutions for the most complex specialty insurance needs. With over 5,000 employees across the globe, finding creative solutions for complex risks is our passion. And our broad array of tools and knowledge allows us to create tailored coverage solutions for even the most complex needs. Putting you â our colleagues, brokers and clients â first is what differentiates us worldwide. Weâre committed to being a long-term partner who is there when you need us most. Everything we do comes out of the Markel Style. These 214 words are a timeless statement of our mission. Itâs our north star, and out of that comes our brand vision.
Job Description
Development Underwriter â Financial Lines to help accelerate growth, strengthen broker partnerships, and elevate market presence.
Requirements
- Shown experience underwriting within PI or Financial lines
- Ability to develop strong, successful broker relationships
- Commercial decision-making, negotiation, and trading skills
- Experience generating and converting new business in a broker-led market
- Progress toward DIP CII / ACII (or already qualified)
- Motivated, ambitious, entrepreneurial outlook
Benefits
- Competitive salary + generous bonus scheme
- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) with the option to buy/sell leave
- Fantastic pension scheme
- Private medical & dental cover
- Life assurance, travel insurance, and income protection
- Season ticket loan
- Continuous development opportunities