Introduction
At Pen, we don’t just underwrite risk, we unlock possibility. We’re a dynamic underwriting and distribution business backed by the strength of Gallagher and powered by a belief that every challenge has a solution. With entrepreneurial energy, niche expertise, and a bold growth mindset, we’re transforming what it means to be an MGA in today’s insurance landscape. Whether you’re shaping new products, solving complex problems, or collaborating across teams, your ideas and initiative will help deliver smarter solutions for our clients—and move the industry forward. Here, agility meets stability. Creativity meets execution. And your career meets real opportunity. At Pen, we champion innovation, value accountability, and thrive on building something better together. If you’re looking to join a team that’s rewriting the future of underwriting, we’d love to hear from you.
Overview
At Pen Underwriting, we are looking for an experienced Professional Indemnity (PI)/ Cyber Risks Underwriter to join our Technology team.
The ideal individual will have previous underwriting experience of technology risks and exposures, but good PI knowledge first and foremost. We would also be open to commercial underwriters who have a passion for the Technology sector and would be keen to apply their knowledge to this area.
The role focusses on underwriting and servicing existing accounts and underwriting and trading new business. Using sound judgement, industry knowledge and discernment to provide a solid contribution towards income, profit and EBITDAC.
Our specialist Technology Team craft insurance covers for all Technology companies – ranging from new start-ups and scale-ups to UK based multi-nationals with annual turnover up to £1bn.
We offer flexible hybrid working and this role can be based anywhere in the UK as long as you are happy to travel when needed to our main Pen Locations such as London, Manchester, Bristol and Leeds.
How you'll make an impact
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Maintain and grow new business, renewal, rating and adjustment enquiries from your allocated client portfolio.
- Handle technical cover requests, liaise as required with brokers, insurers, accounts and claims functions.
- With a strong attention to detail, sign off referrals from Assistant Underwriters. Compile and provide statistics, often having to interpret the data and explain to others.
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Develop thorough knowledge of coverage provided by Pen. Operate within the confines of the agreed personal delegated underwriting authority and utilise the company’s preferred insurance pool
About You
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Previous experience gained as a Technology focussed underwriter with excellent knowledge of Professional Indemnity and Cyber risks.
- Previous experience as a Commercial Lines Underwriter who has a passion for the Tech sector and would want to work with Technology Clients.
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Firm grasp of risk exposure, able to determine the acceptance criteria and risk classifications in a range of complex or unfamiliar situations.
- Underwriting experience in servicing accounts, use specialist technical knowledge to handle claim queries, ensuring a connected service. Extract and piece together required learning from a variety of opportunities and sources.
- Experience of planning and prioritising client renewals and seeking business opportunities.
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CII/ Dip CII, educated to A-Level standard or equivalent.
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Fantastic communication and social skills with clients and colleagues, good level of numeracy and literacy coupled with excellent attention to detail.
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Analytical problem solving approach with initiative and a ‘can do’ attitude
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An insightful, ambitious, willing teammate who takes ownership and accountability, keen to share expertise.
- Eligible to work in the UK.
Compensation and benefits
At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.
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Competitive compensation
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Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
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Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
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A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
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The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.
Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
