Construction Broker

Lawes Insurance Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK insurance firm is looking for an experienced International Construction Broker to join their London team. The successful candidate will have a solid background in international construction insurance, particularly with North American projects. Responsibilities include handling complex construction risks, managing client relationships, and negotiating with underwriters in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a construction broking role within the Lloyd’s and London Market.
• Strong understanding of international construction projects, preferably with North American exposure.
• Excellent market relationships and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Placement and servicing of international construction insurance risks into the Lloyd’s and London Market.
• Managing client relationships and advising on suitable insurance programmes.
• Engaging with underwriters to negotiate competitive terms.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Market relationships

Risk management

Client communication

Job description

Job title: International Construction Broker

Location: London – City

PURPOSE OF ROLE

My client is seeking an experienced and driven Construction Broker to join their growing team in London. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in international construction insurance, ideally with exposure to North American projects, and be equally confident in both client and market-facing roles.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced Lloyd’s market environment, handling complex construction risks, developing relationships with underwriters, and delivering bespoke solutions to a global client base.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Placement and servicing of international construction insurance risks into the Lloyd’s and London Market
• Managing client relationships, understanding their risk profiles, and advising on suitable insurance programmes
• Engaging directly with underwriters and insurers to negotiate competitive terms
• Structuring and placing project-specific and annual construction programmes
• Supporting new business development through client meetings, proposals, and tender responses
• Staying up to date with market trends, construction risk exposures, and regulatory changes
• Liaising with internal teams (technical, compliance, claims) to ensure seamless client service

EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in a construction broking role within the Lloyd’s and London Market
• Strong understanding of international construction projects, with preference given to those with North American project experience
• Excellent market relationships and negotiation skills
• Confident communicator – both in client meetings and in the underwriting room
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does, please contact us now on 07506 605 692 or email us at [e-mail]