Underwriting Manager - Construction EAR - London (Hybrid Working

Cryer Baker Recruitment Ltd.; London; Hybrid; GBP 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Global Insurance company is seeking an experienced Underwriting Manager for the Construction EAR segment based in London. The role involves leading underwriting operations, engaging with brokers, and developing strategies to expand their insurance offerings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in underwriting construction risks, possess excellent negotiation skills, and be a proactive team player aiming to mentor others.

Benefits

Bonus opportunity - 25% of annual salary

Generous pension scheme – company contributes up to 14%

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday

Up to £1,200 free share annually

Qualifications

• Proven track record in underwriting EAR risks.
• Experience in writing international and UK risks.
• Strong credentials in technical underwriting and pricing of construction risks.

Responsibilities

• Own the P&L and lead strategic input.
• Engage in market interactions with producers and clients.
• Collaborate with risk engineers and claims specialists.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Knowledge of London market

Broker relationship management

Confidence in negotiations

Self-motivated

Mentoring skills

Job description

Underwriting Manager - Construction EAR - London (Hybrid Working

Reference:

AB/466

Basic Salary £140K - £180K - Plus Excellent Benefits

This is a new and exciting opportunity to work for leading Global Insurance company with offices throughout the UK.

Our insurer client is seeking an experienced Construction EAR Underwriters to work from their city of London operation.

You would own the P&L and be heavily involved in the strategic input. You will need to be technically strong, have people management skills, and will actively lead projects whilst also being visible in the market.

A bit about the job:

This Global insurer is embarking on a long-term strategy to expand its construction business, capitalising on both favourable near-term market trends and conditions and long-term opportunities. The successful candidate will need a proven track record in underwriting EAR risks and in writing both international and UK risks. The candidate will possess strong experience and credentials in technical underwriting and pricing of construction risks, particularly in the large EAR segment (power generation, energy, heavy industry) as well as a strong reputation in a market-facing role: for effective management, communication, and negotiation with brokers and clients. They will also support the development of strategy with the Head of Construction for expanding the EAR proposition.

The candidate will also have experience and be comfortable navigating a large insurance organization, including effective interaction with risk engineers, claims specialists, client and broker relationship managers, operations and administration, and finance.

As an Underwriting Manager you will be involved in market engagement, including interaction with producers, clients, and peers in the marketplace. This includes both the London Market and international markets.

Skills and experience they’re looking for:

• Solid underwriting experience with in-depth knowledge of London market business, particularly within the EAR sector and established broker networks
• Confident and articulate – needs to be comfortable engaging with brokers and undertaking negotiations, proactively representing the company to the market
• Teammate who is self-motivated and willing to train/mentor junior members of the team
• This opportunity could also suit someone wishing to make the next step up who is currently a Senior Underwriter.

What you’ll get for this role:

• Competitive Salary (depending on experience) £140K to £180K.
• Bonus opportunity - 25% of annual salary
• Generous pension scheme – company contribute up to 14%
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Up to £1,200 free share annually

For further information please contact Andy Baker on 07834 696414/0113 4931720 or email [e-mail]