Lead Technical Underwriter Property

## Lead Technical Underwriter Property Apply locations:
Home Basedtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
R2451
** Lead Technical Underwriter*
* ** Salary – Dependent on Experience
**** Primarily remote** – with occasional visits to our
** London/Reading/Manchester/Halifax
** offices as needed##
** Join Covéa Insurance — An Award-Winning Place to Work
** At Covéa Insurance, we’re here to help protect people against the worst happening and put it right if it does.

What truly sets us apart is our people and culture. We’re proud to have been recognised as the
** Best Place to Work at the Modern Claims Awards 2026** — a reflection of our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive and empowering environment where everyone can thrive.
** The Opportunity/Team
** We’re looking for a
** Lead Technical Underwriter (Property)
** to join our Central Underwriting team
** where
* * you’ll play an important role in shaping our
** commercial underwriting approach**, supporting sustainable growth in the Technical Underwriting Discipline, and continually evolving how we work together across underwriting and governance.

We know
** our people are our greatest strength**, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and grow.
** You’ll contribute to building technical underwriting expertise
** across the business, sharing knowledge and supporting the development of others.
** Focusing on Commercial Property**, you’ll help set direction, support complex decision-making, and provide expert guidance—while keeping a close eye on performance and outcomes.
** What you can expect in this role
*** You’ll play a key role in
** the development of technical strategy, underwriting guidelines and frameworks for the property portfolio
*** You’ll work closely with
** the underwriting community**, helping to
** provide underwriting and technical guidance to support the businesses continued development
*** You’ll contribute to the research, and agreement, of pricing, underwriting criteria and
** changes to Covéa’s products**, focusing on quality, collaboration and continuous improvement
* You’ll have
** opportunities to learn**, develop and grow within the role, supporting and deputising for senior colleagues and management, as well as playing an active role in
** training and mentoring
** underwriters.
** What you might bring
*** Experience in, or a strong interest in,
** Commercial*
* ** Property Underwriting**, with exposure to technical underwriting or portfolio management within a
** commercial insurance environment
*** Skills in
** technical underwriting**, with the ability to assess complex property risks, guide underwriting strategy, and
** influence portfolio performance
*** Excellent interpersonal, literacy and numeracy skills with the ability to work collaboratively with others and
** communicate affectively
*** An organised, thoughtful way of working
* A commitment to
** delivering great outcomes
** for customers and colleagues
** Not sure you tick every box? That’s okay.
** We recognise that great candidates
** bring different experiences and perspectives**. If this role interests you and you believe you could add value, we encourage you to apply
-even if you don’t meet every requirement.
** Our Values
** Our values are at the heart of everything we do — and are one of the reasons we’re recognised as an award-winning place to work:
* ** Standing Shoulder to Shoulder**– Sharing our successes and failures
* ** Make it Happen** – Solving problems, being creative, taking ownership
* ** Understand you** – About our customers, our partners, and our people
* ** Change the Game** – Caring about the big and the little things

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
** Flexibility That Works for You
*** Remote Working
* Flexible hours and working patterns
* A genuine approach to work-life balance
** Why join Covéa?
** Because we believe great work happens when people are trusted, supported and able to work in ways that suit their lives.
* ** Flexibility that truly works for you** – 36.25 hours per week, flexitime, and hybrid options as…