Property Underwriting Manager

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

Job summary

A leading insurance recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Property Underwriting Manager to lead their Real Estate team. This role involves overseeing underwriting decisions, enhancing business performance, and maintaining strong risk management standards. Ideal candidates have a strong background in Property Underwriting and proven leadership skills. The position offers the chance to drive strategic growth and profitability across property lines. Interested parties should apply by contacting us or submitting their CV.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Property Underwriting, with proven leadership experience.
• Candidates with experience as a Property Broking Manager will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a Property team of 7, providing strategic direction and support.
• Provide leadership to Senior Technical and Senior Development Underwriters.
• Analyse Management Information (MI) and pricing data to develop profitability strategies.
• Support the claims function with underwriting referrals.
• Prepare reports for carriers and represent the company at carrier meetings.
• Identify opportunities to improve underwriting trading processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent sales, negotiation, and analytical abilities

Proficiency in IT and underwriting systems

Job description

Property Underwriting Manager

Partnering with a well-regarded insurance company, we are searching for a Property Underwriting Manager to bring expertise and value to their operations. In this role, you will lead the Real Estate technical team, ensuring profitability and strategic growth across all property lines. You will oversee underwriting decisions, analyse pricing data, and develop strategies to enhance business performance. Supporting the Head of Property, you will drive income and retention targets while maintaining strong risk management and underwriting standards.

Experience

• Strong background in Property Underwriting, with proven leadership experience
• Candidates with experience as a Property Broking Manager will also be considered

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent sales, negotiation, and analytical abilities
• Proficiency in IT and underwriting systems

Day-to-Day

• Lead and manage a Property team of 7, providing strategic direction and support
• Provide leadership to Senior Technical and Senior Development Underwriters
• Analyse Management Information (MI) and pricing data to develop profitability strategies
• Support the claims function with underwriting referrals
• Prepare reports for carriers and represent the company at carrier meetings
• Identify opportunities to improve underwriting trading processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners

Contact

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07458162847 or email us at [e-mail]

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