Trading Underwriter – P&C

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

Job summary

A leading insurance recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Property & Casualty Underwriter for their Manchester office. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of risks while developing relationships with independent brokers. Strong technical expertise in underwriting and proven experience in the P&C insurance market is essential. This role offers a great opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Property and Casualty underwriting.
• Proven background in assessing and trading P&C risks.
• Strong technical expertise in P&C insurance products.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal business across core Property and Casualty lines.
• Negotiate terms and make informed underwriting decisions.
• Develop and maintain strong trading relationships with brokers.

Skills

Property and Casualty underwriting

Broker relationship skills

Risk assessment

Job description

Job title: Property & Casualty Underwriter

Location: Manchester

PURPOSE OF ROLE

Lawes Consulting is delighted to be partnering with a leading composite insurer to recruit a Property & Casualty Underwriter, based in their Manchester office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced underwriter to manage and grow a diverse portfolio of Property and Casualty risks, working closely with independent brokers across the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Underwrite new and renewal business across core Property and Casualty lines within the mid-market
• Evaluate risk and apply sound underwriting judgment to deliver profitable decisions
• Develop and maintain strong trading relationships with national and independent brokers
• Support the achievement of regional growth and retention objectives
• Ensure underwriting activity aligns with internal governance standards and regulatory compliance
• Provide technical input on complex or non-standard risks where needed

DAY-TO-DAY

• Office-based in Manchester, handling a varied portfolio of P&C cases
• Assess submissions, negotiate terms, and make informed underwriting decisions
• Engage with brokers to secure new business and retain existing accounts
• Use underwriting systems and pricing tools to manage casework efficiently
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within appetite
• Contribute to underwriting initiatives and team discussions around strategy and performance

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in Property and Casualty underwriting
• Proven background in assessing and trading P&C risks
• Experience and network within the Manchester market
• Solid understanding of the UK P&C insurance market

SKILLS

• Strong technical expertise in Property and Casualty insurance products
• Effective communicator with strong broker relationship skills
• Commercially focused, with the ability to balance risk and opportunity
• Confident in decision-making and prioritising workload
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently within a team environment

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does, please contact us.