W&I Insurance Underwriter

SRM Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized insurance firm in London is seeking an experienced M&A professional to evaluate, quote, and underwrite risks. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years in transactional risk insurance or relevant corporate experience. This full-time role emphasizes exceptional communication and negotiation skills and offers a dynamic environment focused on business development.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2-3 years in transactional risk insurance or a corporate lawyer with 2-3 years PQE.
• Strong ability to prioritize conflicting tasks to meet relevant timetables.
• Proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently within a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, quote and underwrite risks from submission through to inception.
• Nurture relationships with brokers, advisors, and clients.
• Contribute to underwriting, growth, and business development strategies.
• Help develop the W&I insurance product.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Independent work

Job description

Overview

Our client is a W&I insurance specialist with a proven track record for both innovation and first-class service levels. They are now looking for an experienced M&A professional to join their growing team based in London.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, quote and underwrite risks from submission through to inception, in accordance with underwriting guidelines and practices
• Proactively nurture and build relationships with brokers, advisors, and clients
• Actively contribute to the team’s underwriting, growth, and business development strategies
• Contribute to the continual development of their W&I insurance product

Required Skills

• A minimum of 2-3 years in transactional risk insurance or a corporate lawyer with 2-3 years PQE
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize conflicting tasks to meet relevant timetables
• The ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic and results-driven team

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Legal

Industries

• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, Insurance, and Legal Services