Senior Construction and Engineering Underwriter

Lawes Insurance Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance recruiter is seeking a Senior Construction and Engineering Underwriter in London. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of underwriting experience. Responsibilities include risk assessment, negotiating terms, and maintaining client relationships. This role offers the chance to work with a respected team and contributes to international growth and collaboration in the insurance sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in underwriting or related insurance experience, preferably in Construction & Engineering.
• Strong understanding of underwriting practices and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Review and underwrite new business based on risk assessment.
• Negotiate terms with brokers and clients.
• Ensure all underwriting decisions follow internal policies.
• Support junior underwriters through knowledge sharing.
• Strengthen and maintain broker and client relationships.

Skills

Strong analytical and decision-making skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Team player with strong interpersonal skills

Able to prioritise, multitask, and perform under pressure

Proactive, self-driven, and customer-focused

Education

Progressing toward or holding CII qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Job title: Senior Construction and Engineering Underwriter

Location: London

Lawes Consulting Group is proud to be working with a leading global (Re)insurer specialising in Construction & Engineering risks. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Underwriter to join a respected team, playing a key role in assessing and managing complex risks while supporting international growth and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Review and underwrite new business based on risk assessment and market data
• Negotiate terms with brokers and clients to optimise profitability
• Ensure all underwriting decisions follow internal policies and procedures
• Work closely with global teams to align processes and maintain documentation
• Support junior underwriters through knowledge sharing and peer reviews
• Uphold compliance standards and contribute to regulatory requirements
• Strengthen and maintain broker and client relationships
• Contribute to business planning and new product development
• Collaborate with internal teams (Actuarial, Legal, Compliance, etc.)
• Promote brand presence through marketing and relationship-building efforts

Experience

• 10+ years in underwriting or related insurance experience, preferably in Construction & Engineering
• Progressing toward or holding CII qualification
• Strong understanding of underwriting practices and market dynamics

Day-to-day

• Assess incoming proposals and issue underwriting decisions
• Communicate with brokers to negotiate terms and manage expectations
• Maintain accurate documentation and risk files
• Attend meetings with cross-functional and international teams
• Monitor portfolio performance and support business development
• Assist with training and mentoring colleagues
• Stay updated on market trends and compliance requirements

Skills

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Able to prioritise, multitask, and perform under pressure
• Proactive, self-driven, and customer-focused

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07458162859 or email us at [e-mail]