PI Schemes Underwriter – Shape a Growing Portfolio

Lawes Insurance Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance recruitment agency is seeking a Professional Indemnity Schemes Underwriter in London. The successful candidate will handle underwriting referrals, manage broker relationships, and support senior underwriters in portfolio management. With a strong technical background in Professional Indemnity, you will play a key role in a diverse portfolio. The role demands strong communication skills and a service-focused approach.

Qualifications

• MUST have Professional Indemnity experience (essential).
• Experience as a professional lines or open market underwriter.
• Strong technical understanding of Traditional & Misc PI.
• Strong relationship and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a growing team.
• Service-focused approach with commitment to quality and responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Handle underwriting referrals across a range of PI-led professional lines.
• Manage and enhance relationships with brokers, coverholders, and key partners.
• Support senior underwriters with developing schemes and building portfolio strategy.
• Underwrite business in line with risk appetite, authority, and compliance standards.
• Assist with schemes analysis, performance reviews, and process improvements.
• Work collaboratively with the wider Professional Lines team.
• Represent the team in broker meetings, presentations, and relationship-building activities.

Skills

Professional Indemnity experience

Experience as a professional lines or open market underwriter

Strong technical understanding of Traditional & Misc PI

Strong relationship and communication skills

Analytical mindset with attention to detail

Ability to work collaboratively

Service-focused approach

Job description

A leading insurance recruitment agency is seeking a Professional Indemnity Schemes Underwriter in London. The successful candidate will handle underwriting referrals, manage broker relationships, and support senior underwriters in portfolio management. With a strong technical background in Professional Indemnity, you will play a key role in a diverse portfolio. The role demands strong communication skills and a service-focused approach.