Property & Liability Underwriting Manager

Allianz UK – Head Office – Hybrid role based in Guildford office.

Role Description

Key role within the Property & Casualty Insights and Portfolio Management Team. You will develop and execute the underwriting strategy across the portfolio, deliver technical excellence, and drive profitable development of relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver KPI targets across complex portfolios, monitor account performance, and identify remedial actions.
• Adhere to Underwriting Authority, manage P&L impact, and support profitable segmentation strategy.
• Undertake account control, quality review programmes, and Underwriting Inspections.
• Produce technical training material, mentor and coach regional underwriters.
• Act as a senior technical referral point, liaising with underwriters across the branch network.

Essential Skills

• Commercial underwriting and portfolio management experience with strong technical skills.
• Ability to select appropriate products, apply rates and terms, and recommend referrals.
• Deep understanding of internal provider processes, claims costs, risk management tools, and policy wording.
• Strong data analysis, recommendation and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven account management expertise handling large cases and arrangements.
• Driven, confident negotiator with strong people skills and achievement orientation.

What We Offer You

• Hybrid working with flexible hours.
• Annual performance‑related bonus and contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible buy/sell holiday options, development days and retail discounts.
• Discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products.
• Volunteering days and inclusive workplace culture.

Ways of Working

Allianz supports hybrid work patterns and strives for work‑life balance. We are a signatory of the ABIs flexible working charter and promote flexible arrangements that suit customers and employees alike.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Allianz is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including neurodivergent and disabled candidates. We provide tailored adjustments to support success.

Application

Closing date: 28/10/25. Contact the Resourcing team for assistance: Hr-recruitment@allianz.co.uk. For any inquiries, contact Matthew Mckevitt.