Senior Commercial Development Underwriter

Lawes Consulting Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawes Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Commercial Development Underwriter for a London-based role with hybrid working (3 days in office). The role focuses on underwriting SME and mid-market accounts, strengthening broker relationships, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure timely processing.

With 5+ years in commercial underwriting and a strong grasp of underwriting operations, you will engage with brokers and insureds, stay updated on regulations, and progress toward CII.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ commercial underwriting experience.
• Strong understanding of underwriting operations.
• Analytical and decisive with good communication.
• Ability to build broker relationships and networks.
• Independent work in a home-based or hybrid setup.
• Progress toward CII is preferred.
• Strong negotiation and proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assess and underwrite SME and mid-market accounts.
• Strengthen and grow broker relationships.
• Resolve underwriting queries with the wider team.
• Engage with brokers and insureds.
• Monitor market trends and guidelines.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Broker relationships

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

CII progress

Negotiation

Education

CII progress (preferred)

Job description

Senior Commercial Development Underwriter

Location: London - Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in office)

Employment Type: Permanent

Full Time | Salary: £80,000 per annum +

Role overview

Lawes are currently working with a leading MGA who due to expansion have an exciting opportunity offering flexibility, autonomy, home‑based working and genuine career progression.

If you are an experienced commercial development underwriter who thrives on building and strengthening broker relationships while delivering exceptional service, this one should be on your radar.

Why This Role Stands Out

• You’ll take ownership of an established key broker panel, make confident underwriting decisions, and act as a trusted partner to brokers across London and the South East. You’ll enjoy the freedom of a home-based setup while working closely with a management team that genuinely values your input.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and underwrite new commercial risks — property & liability
• Review and analyse renewals and endorsements
• Manage workflow and ensure timely processing
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve queries
• Maintain and develop strong broker relationships, including visits when required
• Stay up to date with regulations and underwriting standards
• Support wider business initiatives and projects

Experience

• 5+ years’ commercial underwriting experience
• Strong understanding of underwriting operations
• Confident analytical and decision‑making skills
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building ability
• Comfortable working independently in a local/home based environment
• Progress toward CII preferred
• Strong negotiation skills and a proactive mindset

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Assess and underwrite SME and mid‑market accounts
• Strengthen and grow broker relationships
• Resolve underwriting queries with the wider team
• Engage with brokers and insureds
• Monitor market trends and guideline