Private Clients Development Underwriter

Lawes Insurance Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable insurance company in London is seeking an experienced Private Clients Development Underwriter. You will underwrite new and renewal risks, engage with insurers, and guide junior team members. Ideal candidates have knowledge of legal requirements and strong sales skills. This role offers a hybrid working model after training.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business and renewal risks within delegated binding authorities.
• Engage directly with insurers for technical referrals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key trading partners.
• Manage MTAs, cancellations, and general referral inquiries.
• Contribute to the creation and execution of sales campaigns.
• Support Underwriting Teams and Junior Colleagues.
• Assess claims impact on case performance and adjust underwriting.

Skills

Strong sales mindset

Ability to learn and adapt

High level of numeracy

Exceptional organisational skills

Effective communication abilities

Education

CII DIP CII or ACII

Job description

Job title: Private Clients Development Underwriter

Location: London (hybrid working after training)

Purpose of Role

We’re engaged with a reputable insurance firm who is looking for an experienced Private Clients Development Underwriter to join their team. This role offers the chance to help develop the Mid/High-Net-Worth Market and guide junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business and renewal risks within delegated binding authorities
• Engage directly with insurers for technical referrals
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key trading partners
• Manage MTAs, cancellations, and general referral inquiries
• Contribute to the creation and execution of sales campaigns
• Serve as a technical reference to support Underwriting Teams, Junior Colleagues, and Account Managers
• Assess the impact of claims and risk management on case performance and adjust underwriting accordingly

Qualifications

CII DIP CII or ACII

Experience

• Solid knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements

Skills

• Strong sales mindset with the ability to build relationships and develop close rapport with brokers
• Ability to learn and adapt to change
• High level of numeracy, analytical, and literacy skills
• Exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills
• Effective communication abilities

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07458 162 847 or email us at [e-mail]