Delegated Authority Motor Underwriter

Delegated Authority Motor Underwriter

Location: Croydon, London, Manchester, or Birmingham – Hybrid

Closing date for applications: 17th March 2026

The opportunity:

Delegated Authority is a key part of what we do at Zurich, and as this area of the business continues to grow, we’re looking for a Delegated Authority Motor Underwriter to join our team. This is an exciting and influential role that sits at the heart of our development and growth strategy.

Working closely with our Delegated Partners, you’ll provide portfolio management and underwriting expertise while delivering first class service to our partners and customers. Our portfolio includes a wide range of niche trades and risks, so you’ll need to bring flexibility and a creative mindset to help shape solutions that meet the needs of our partners.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing?

As a Delegated Authority Motor Underwriter, you will:

• Manage and develop an existing portfolio while building strong relationships with our Delegated Partners.
• Deliver exceptional service and ensure the profitable performance of the portfolio.
• Support our growth ambitions by contributing to new business opportunities.
• Act as a senior member of the team with accountability for driving, analysing, and delivering a strong underwriting result across the Motor portfolio.
• Identify opportunities to improve our processes—your insights will help us boost the efficiency and effectiveness of our delegated operations.

This is a market facing role, so strong communication skills, relationship building capability, and a genuine passion for doing the right thing for our customers are essential.

Your key responsibilities:

• Relationship management.
• Supporting new business development.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in Delegated Authority or Portfolio Management.
• Proven underwriting experience in Motor insurance.
• Knowledge of Motor Trade insurance (desirable).
• Strong communication skills and confidence in decision making.
• A willingness to challenge processes and suggest improvements.
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with a customer first mindset.

What will you get in return?

• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income protection.
• Life cover – four times your salary.
• 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• Additional 20 days optional or sell some holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Access to private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to wellbeing partners.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company. We’re committed to sustainable impact, employee wellbeing and continuous improvement.

Our culture:

We value diversity and inclusion, and all applicants are treated fairly and with respect. We offer comprehensive wellbeing, training, volunteering and community support.

We’re making a difference.

We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge and our charitable arm has supported causes in the UK valued over £90 million.

Apply to be part of something great.