IPS Group Limited

Commercial Underwriter

South East England, Southern ME16 9NT

Key information

Pay
£35,000 - £40,000
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
17 Jul 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026

About this role

Commercial Underwriter

Location – Colchester or Maidstone. 3 days per week

Salary – Up to £40,000

IPS Group are working with a leading insurer to find a Commercial Underwriter to join their growing National Underwriting Hub!

This is the perfect opportunity for someone with a couple of years of exposure to Commercial Lines underwriting that wants to further develop their technical expertise with a leading Insurer.

About the role

  • You’ll be responsible for managing a portfolio of new business and renewal cases, delivering profitable underwriting decisions in line with company appetite and guidelines.
  • You’ll work closely with brokers and internal teams to drive growth and maintain strong trading relationships.
  • Keep up to date with relevant market trends and insights
  • Be on hand to support colleagues with any questions

About you

  • Ideally 2 years of UK underwriting experience (Commercial lines preferred)
  • Strong negotiation and broker relationship skills
  • Commercial awareness with the ability to assess and price risk effectively
  • Organised, proactive and able to manage a varied caseload
  • Working towards Cert CII (desirable)