Claims Underwriter, Casualty Lines

Hamilton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton is seeking a Claims Underwriter, Casualty Lines based in our London office. You will provide claims adjusting and related support to the Cyber Medical Malpractice teams and may assist with Financial Lines and Professional Indemnity.

Reporting to the Head of Casualty Claims, you will analyse coverage and quantum within your authority, liaise with brokers, reinsurers and internal teams, and help ensure timely reserving, reporting and compliance with guidelines.

Qualifications

• London insurance market experience in underwriting/claims/broking.
• Understanding of Lloyd’s Claims schemes.
• Familiarity with ECF preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical skills and deadline management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with handling claims in the Casualty Claims division.
• Analyze coverage and quantum within your authority.
• Review bordereau presentations for agreement and processing.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external brokers.
• Ensure timely reserving and reporting.
• Attend client and broker meetings and networking events.
• Support operational tasks as required.

Skills

London market experience

Underwriting/Claims/Broking knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're looking for a Claims Underwriter, Casualty Lines

Based in our London office, reporting to the Head of Casualty Claims, you will provide claims adjusting and other claims related support functions predominantly to the Cyber Medical Malpractice teams and may also assist with Financial Lines, Professional Indemnity and any other lines dealt with by the Casualty claims claim as agreed and required.

Hamilton Global Specialty is our multi-platform, specialty insurer operating primarily through Lloyd’s Syndicate and a Dublin operating company with a managing general agency in the US.

What you will do

• Assist with the handling of claims within the Casualty Claims division through
• Analysis of coverage and quantum for individual claims within your agreed authority and through referral to the Head of Casualty claims where quantum is likely to exceed your individual authority
• Review of bordereau presentations for agreement and processing
• Liaise with internal stakeholders such as other members of the Claims team, Underwriters, Reinsurers, Actuaries and Management
• Develop relationships with external stakeholders such as brokers, loss adjusters, lawyers & TPAs.
• Ensure timely reserving & reporting
• Ensure compliance with internal guidelines, processes and procedures
• Attend external client and broker meetings as required
• Attend networking events as appropriate
• Assist with operational tasks as required

What you require for the role

• Proven experience working within or knowledge of the London insurance market in underwriting/Claims/Broking
• An understanding of insurance policies, preferably with cyber claims handling and third party liability claims handling experience
• An understanding of the Lloyd’s Claims schemes
• Familiarity with ECF preferred but not essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft office suite, particularly Excel
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage deadlines
• Open, innovative and inclusive mindset
• Collaborative spirit and enthusiasm
• Strong work ethic

What you can expect from us

At Hamilton, we offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial and collaborative workplace shaped by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More.

Our employees consistently say they would recommend Hamilton as a great place to work — a testament to the inclusive, supportive, and empowering culture we’ve built together. We embrace individuality, value diverse perspectives, and recognise the unique contribution each person makes to our continued success.

In good company

Hamilton (NYSE: HG) underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select and Hamilton Re, each with dedicated and experienced leadership, provide access to diversified and profitable business around the world.

Headquartered in Bermuda, Hamilton has over 600 employees with key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. We work collaboratively, we share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and we know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business. We believe we are ‘In good company.’ with everyone we interact with.