Senior Technology Development Underwriter at Sompo in London, United Kingdom
- Company: Sompo
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Posted: Sep 20, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Experience: 8+ years
Overview
Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Senior Technology Development Underwriter, UK for our Middle Market team. The Middle Market proposition offers comprehensive multi-line capabilities targeted at select industry verticals of real estate, hospitality, financial institutions, professional services, …
Job description
- Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Senior Technology Development Underwriter, UK for our Middle Market team.
- The Middle Market proposition offers comprehensive multi-line capabilities targeted at select industry verticals of real estate, hospitality, financial institutions, professional services, technology, and life science. We work through a network of retail brokers who share our commitment to long-term partnerships built on a strong service proposition. This role will focus specifically on the Technology sector, building our product and proposition and working with our partner brokers in the UK.
- Location: This position will be based out of our London office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.
- Our business, Your impact, Shared opportunity
Responsibilities
- Lead external engagement and business development within the Technology sector.
- Prioritization and evaluation of new and renewal submissions to identify those accounts that provide the greatest opportunity for profit consistent with the business plan and corporate profit objectives.
- Set appropriate terms and conditions per the Company underwriting strategy and guidelines to quote qualified risks.
- Attend client/broker meetings, lunches, dinners and other social outings as applicable.
- Exercise proper underwriting pricing and discipline to meet profitability goals, complying with underwriting guidelines, systems and procedures.
- Expand existing portfolio of business by developing existing relationships and new prospective clients.
- Supports our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture. Emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite. Conducts individual account underwriting audits as needed
Requirements
- Cross class underwriting experience within the middle market space. Undergraduate, Insurance or advanced degree preferred.
- At least 8+ years of underwriting experience.
- 4+ experience within the Technology sector.
- Established relationships with specialist Technology brokers.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication (both written and verbal) skills.
Skills
Required
- Cross class underwriting experience
- Strong negotiation skills
Benefits
- We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below are a few highlights of our inclusive benefit programs:
- Expansive Health & Wellness Benefits
- Generous Retirement & Savings Plans
- Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
About Sompo
We strive to create exceptional value for our clients and shareholders while maintaining Sompo as an attractive place to work. We foster an environment of ongoing, open dialogue between managers and their direct reports, and believe in an organizational environment where everyone belongs. We proudly are a multi-racial, multi-cultural, global enterprise. We reject all forms of racism, bigotry, prejudice and injustice and continue to invest in building out an inclusive and diverse work environment. Expert Partners. Clarity in complexity. Unwavering commitment. We’re Sompo, a global provider of property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance. Building on Sompo Holdings’ 130 years of innovation, we’re committed to applying all of our experience to simplify yours. Our dedication to you shows up in the care we put in every detail, working to create a frictionless risk management journey for everyone we serve. We lead with your priorities, meticulously crafting solutions, sharing insights, and understanding your needs. Around the world, our 9,000+ employees use their expertise to learn, improve and find clear answers for your complex challenges. Because when you choose Sompo, you choose the ease of expertise. Sompo is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. To learn more about visit our website at www.sompo-intl.com We are Sompo, a global provider of commercial and consumer property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance. Building on the 137 years of innovation of our parent company, Sompo Holdings, Inc., Sompo employs approximately 10,000 people around the world who use their in-depth knowledge and expertise to help simplify and resolve your complex challenges. Because when you choose Sompo, you choose The Ease of Expertise™. “Sompo” refers to the brand under which Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based holding company, together with its consolidated subsidiaries, operates its global property and casualty (re)insurance businesses. Sompo International Holdings Ltd. is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Sompo Holdings, Inc., one of the leading property and casualty groups in the world. Shares of Sompo Holdings, Inc. are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. To learn more please follow us on LinkedIn or visit sompo-intl.com.