Global Surety Underwriter - Risk, Growth & Relationships

FHLB Des Moines; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Everest Advisors (Uk), Ltd is seeking an experienced Underwriter to join the Surety team in London. You will help maintain and expand profitable Surety accounts, ensure adherence to underwriting standards, and work with brokers and clients to manage risk and opportunities.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, ongoing market knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration with Claims and International Surety to support risk management across Europe. A hybrid work arrangement is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in underwriting or credit roles.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of Surety and banking products.
• Ability to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ability to build relationships with clients and brokers.

Responsibilities

• Assist Surety team in maintaining and expanding profitable Surety accounts.
• Maintain focus on underwriting profit for the company.
• Monitor changes in underwriting, regulation and compliance.
• Underwrite in compliance with Everest prescribed underwriting standards and authorities.
• Refer risks exceeding prescribed underwriting authority.
• Represent Everest at meetings with brokers and customers as required.
• Assist in developing and maintaining client and broker relationships.
• Liaise with the Claims Manager and Head of International Surety on claims-related issues.
• Participate in underwriting review analyses and procedures.
• Participate in underwriting peer review processes at weekly meetings.
• Assist in improving management information systems, rating models, underwriting manuals, service standards and marketing materials.
• Enhance the profile of Everest Insurance among Surety brokers and customers in Europe.

Skills

Underwriting

Credit risk

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Relationship management

Job description

Everest Advisors (Uk), Ltd is seeking an experienced Underwriter to join the Surety team in London. You will help maintain and expand profitable Surety accounts, ensure adherence to underwriting standards, and work with brokers and clients to manage risk and opportunities.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, ongoing market knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration with Claims and International Surety to support risk management across Europe. A hybrid work arrangement is offered.