Working hours: This role is available on a part‑time, job‑share or full‑time basis.Location: London – Hybrid working with a minimum 3 days in the officeClosingdate for applications: 15th April 2026The opportunityWe are looking for a Senior Construction Underwriter to join an established and successful growing team. You will be responsible for Underwriting and managing some of the most complex global schemes including Project Specific covers (CAR / EAR, DSU) and Sustainable Energy exposures.You will take a solution‑oriented approach as you develop and maintain a strong network of relationships with our Broker partners and our Customers. Interaction and cooperation with other Lines of Business as needed to ensure we are able to respond to our customers’ needs. You will also assist in the training and development of more junior underwriters and underwriting assistants in the team.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?Independently underwrite and analyse new and renewal business within delegated authority limits, managing highly complex and high‑value risks.Partner closely with the Risk Engineering team on major projects to assess exposures and support informed underwriting decisions.Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance, coaching, and technical support to others in the team.Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships with customers and brokers to support retention, growth, and delivery of tailored insurance solutions.Proactively identify and pursue renewal and new business opportunities, effectively promoting Zurich’s capabilities to the market.Assess and qualify risks in line with underwriting appetite, balancing profitability, exposure management, and lead underwriting opportunities.Negotiate terms and conditions, demonstrating strong commercial acumen to successfully structure and close deals.Provide expert input on coverage matters and support Claims on complex coverage issues.Benchmark market practices and contribute to the development of underwriting best practice and standards.Represent Zurich at internal and external industry events, forums, and client engagements.What are we looking forA technical engineering degree or equivalent practical experience within construction or engineering disciplines.Strong industry background in civil engineering, infrastructure, oil & gas, or petrochemicals.Proven experience working within an insurer or reinsurer, underwriting Engineering Lines, ideally with an established presence in the London market.Experience operating in a multicultural and international business environment.In‑depth knowledge of construction insurance policy wordings, including LEG, DE, and equivalent broker and market clauses.A disciplined and analytical approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment, and technical pricing.As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.What will you get in return?Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.For more information about our benefits, see the Employee benefits page.#LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr