W&I Underwriter – London, Global Transaction Risk Team

Endsleigh; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DUAL in London is seeking an Underwriter to join its expanding warranty and indemnity insurance team. You will underwrite international W&I risks, review deal documents, and draft policies while building strong relationships with brokers and corporate lawyers.

Suitable for a corporate solicitor with PQE or an insurance professional with W&I underwriting experience, with opportunities to progress within a global TR team and the MGA network.

Qualifications

• Qualified corporate solicitor with at least 2 years post-qualification experience or insurance professionals with existing W&I underwriting experience.
• Experience in drafting, managing and / or underwriting due diligence reports for M&A transactions.
• Experience of working with W&I insurance.
• Detail orientated and proactive team player.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with W&I broker partners.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite international W&I risks alongside senior underwriters and review transaction documents and due diligence reports.
• Draft and negotiate W&I policies ensuring coverage aligns with underwriting appetite.
• Build and maintain relationships with W&I brokers and M&A lawyers to identify opportunities.
• Supervise junior team members in preparing indications for new risks and support their development.
• Support the development of the global Transactional Risk team and cross-sell across TR lines.

Skills

W&I underwriting experience

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Detail oriented

Education

Qualified corporate solicitor

PQE 2+ years

Insurance professional with W&I experience

Job description

DUAL in London is seeking an Underwriter to join its expanding warranty and indemnity insurance team. You will underwrite international W&I risks, review deal documents, and draft policies while building strong relationships with brokers and corporate lawyers.

Suitable for a corporate solicitor with PQE or an insurance professional with W&I underwriting experience, with opportunities to progress within a global TR team and the MGA network.