Commercial Combined Underwriter

GetRecruited UK Ltd; Dudley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Managing General Agent in the UK is seeking a skilled Senior Property and Liability Underwriter to join their team. You will underwrite insurance policies for SME to mid-corporate clients and participate in key decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will have strong underwriting experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Property and Liability Underwriter, ideally within an MGA environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of property and liability underwriting, including risk assessment and pricing.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, particularly with brokers.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small, dynamic team.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to underwriting and problem-solving.
• Experience in underwriting SME to mid-corporate business is preferred.
• Willingness to travel to London as needed.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite property and liability insurance policies, focusing on SME to mid-corporate clients.
• Evaluate risks, determine coverage, and set terms and pricing for new and renewal business.
• Work closely with the Head of Underwriting Operations to ensure underwriting practices align with company strategy and growth goals.
• Collaborate with the underwriting team to provide expert guidance on property and liability matters.
• Maintain strong relationships with brokers, ensuring a high level of service and effective communication.
• Assist in the development of new insurance products and contribute to the continuous improvement of underwriting processes.
• Support capacity management and underwriting operations as part of the broader underwriting function.

Skills

Property and Liability Underwriting

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Team Collaboration

Problem-solving

SME Business Underwriting

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Combined Underwriter
Location: Flexible (with occasional travel to London)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

Company Overview

We are working with a growing and dynamic Managing General Agent who are on an exciting growth journey and offer a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact the success of the business. As part of their expansion, we are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Property and Liability Underwriter to join their team and report directly to the Head of Underwriting Operations.

Role Overview

As a Senior Property and Liability Underwriter, you will play a pivotal role in underwriting property and liability risks for SME to mid-corporate clients. You will work closely with the Head of Underwriting Operations and the wider underwriting team to ensure efficient risk assessment and delivery of quality insurance products. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape the underwriting approach within a growing business while contributing to key decision-making processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite property and liability insurance policies, focusing on SME to mid-corporate clients.
• Evaluate risks, determine coverage, and set terms and pricing for new and renewal business.
• Work closely with the Head of Underwriting Operations to ensure underwriting practices align with company strategy and growth goals.
• Collaborate with the underwriting team to provide expert guidance on property and liability matters.Maintain strong relationships with brokers, ensuring a high level of service and effective communication.
• Assist in the development of new insurance products and contribute to the continuous improvement of underwriting processes.
• Support capacity management and underwriting operations as part of the broader underwriting function.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Property and Liability Underwriter, ideally within an MGA environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of property and liability underwriting, including risk assessment and pricing.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, particularly with brokers.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small, dynamic team.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to underwriting and problem-solving.
• Experience in underwriting SME to mid-corporate business is preferred.
• Willingness to travel to London as needed.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Flexible working arrangements (with occasional travel to London).
• Be part of a growing company with the opportunity to shape the future of underwriting within the business.
• Work closely with experienced professionals and leadership in a collaborative, dynamic environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you are a skilled and motivated Senior Property and Liability Underwriter looking to take the next step in your career within a growing MGA, we'd love to hear from you!

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