Senior Underwriter

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading MGA Underwriter seeks a dynamic Senior Underwriter to manage the Property & Casualty underwriting team. This pivotal role includes defining underwriting strategies and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong growth mindset, technical insurance expertise, and exceptional leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Expert technical underwriting experience in Property & Casualty.
• Strong understanding of delegated authority market and broker contacts.
• Proven leadership and results-driven track record.

Responsibilities

• Lead the underwriting team and execute strategies.
• Manage daily binders and monitor exposure and claims trends.
• Develop growth strategies and build long-term partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Financial Skills

Customer Satisfaction

Continuous Improvement

Job description

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Senior Underwriter, Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: IDEX Consulting Ltd

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

The role

An outstanding opportunity for a dynamic and visionary leader to join a leading MGA Underwriter as the Property & Casualty Underwriting Manager and drive the business forwards. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you will play a pivotal role in defining and delivering our underwriting strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Lead the underwriting team to set and execute underwriting strategies, ensuring performance targets and KPIs are met across Property & Casualty product lines.
• Binder Management: Manage binders daily, exercising judgment in underwriting matters, monitoring exposure, rate movements, claims trends, and capacity reviews.
• Business Development: Develop growth strategies and build long-term relationships with partners.
• Agent Development: Grow the agency database through visits, promoting offerings, and targeting markets.
• Financial Oversight: Manage budgets, financial planning, and monitor metrics like loss ratio and underwriting performance.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations, ensure efficiency, and continuous process improvement.
• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with FCA regulations and manage risks.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Align underwriting strategies with agent requirements to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Team Development: Foster collaboration, accountability, and inclusivity, nurturing top talent and high-performing teams.

What you'll need to succeed

• Expert technical underwriting experience in Property & Casualty within commercial insurance.
• Strong understanding of delegated authority market, market knowledge, and broker contacts.
• Proven leadership with a growth mindset and results-driven track record.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• High-level financial skills, innovative thinking, and ability to challenge norms.
• Inspirational, inclusive leadership capable of tough decision-making.
• Focus on continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.