Liability Underwriter

Lawes Insurance Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance recruitment firm is seeking a Liability / Construction Underwriter based in London. The role involves complex casualty underwriting, identifying new opportunities, and mentoring junior colleagues. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years’ Liability Underwriting experience and a strong understanding of various insurance products. This position offers a chance to contribute to the firm's growth while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Liability Underwriting.
• Working towards professional qualifications in insurance.
• Well-rounded understanding of various product classes.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting and account management.
• Identifying new opportunities.
• Mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues.

Skills

Liability Underwriting

Interpersonal Skills

IT Competency

Understanding of Insurance Products

Education

Professional Qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the job

We are looking for a Liability / construction underwriter based in London. Focusing on complex casualty within the Liability & Construction team.

In addition to underwriting and account management, the role will involve identifying new opportunities and, as part of the wider team the development and implementation of new schemes and rollover deals. You will also be responsible for mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues and carrying out broker meetings on behalf of the business.

Responsibilities

Underwriting and account management; identifying new opportunities; development and implementation of new schemes and rollover deals; mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues; carrying out broker meetings on behalf of the business.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ Liability Underwriting experience
• Has/is working towards professional qualifications
• A well-rounded understanding of different product classes

Your professional attributes

• Possess substantial knowledge of the insurance industry
• Have the ability to underwrite complex risks
• Display proven trading capability
• Possess strong interpersonal skills to build lasting relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• IT competent, particularly with Microsoft Office applications
• A desire to contribute valuable insights and aid in our company’s evolution

For additional information please contact: 0203 411 8430