Technical Underwriter (Hybrid) 2 Days in Office
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Role:
Cedar Underwriting are looking for a Technical Underwriter with experience in the Commercial Insurance market.
Cedar Underwriting is part of the wider Stubben Edge Group, who are an exciting fintech company, on a mission to disrupt the financial services industry with its innovative tech and platform. Cedar act as the group MGA as well as offering Delegated Authorities to intermediaries outside of the Stubben Edge platform.
They are specialists in manual underwriting of Commercial Combined products in line with delegated authority guides. In addition to combined, there is an element of manual and referral underwriting to carried out for property owners, contractors’ liability, excess of loss and other commercial contracts. Cedar also handles referrals that fall outside of our cover holders’ authority.
Key Objectives:
- Main telephone/Email Referral point of contact for all cover holders on individual cases outside of their authority & via the Stubben Edge Platform
- Manage manual quotations, MTAs, and Renewals from Direct Brokers, including the Stubben Edge Platform
- Support the Underwriting Team with developing new scheme wordings, Key Facts & IPIDs for new & existing products
- Respond to technical queries using wordings and act as POC for Cover Holders, Brokers & Insurers.
- Conduct market research to ensure Cedar are competitive in the market
- Conduct peer reviews with the Underwriting Team
- Provide monthly reports to the Cover Holders and the Cedar Team.
- Deliver training presentations to Cover Holders & Direct Brokers.
About You:
Our ideal candidate will be a strong communicator on all levels with the ability to communicate complex issues. Able to manage a team and build strong working relationships, both internally and with our external providers.
- Demonstratable experience of commercial insurance, markets, and products
- Experienced at understanding wordings across the Commercial Insurance range
- Possess a strong understanding of Policy Wordings
- Analytical with good investigative skills with an understanding of the Delegated Authority process
Location: Brierley Hill/Hybrid- min 2 days in Office
Hours: Mon- Fri 37.5hrs
Holiday: 25 Days +BH
Other Benefits: Pension Scheme, Private Medical & Life Insurance
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Technical Underwriter (Hybrid) 2 Days in Office roles across The HR Dept's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,000 - £55,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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