ROLE OVERVIEW
A leading insurance organisation is seeking an experienced Development Underwriter to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys building strong broker relationships and delivering high‑quality underwriting service within the SME sector.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of new business, with a strong emphasis on service, trading and broker engagement. This position suits someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is confident making underwriting decisions within delegated authority.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviewing and underwriting new business quotations across a range of commercial products, ensuring alignment with underwriting appetite and service level agreements
- Handling queries efficiently and professionally to support brokers and internal teams
- Maintaining regular communication with Business Development Managers to strengthen broker relationships
- Acting as a referral point for colleagues with lower underwriting authority
- Collaborating closely with the wider team to ensure work is completed within agreed SLAs and service standards
- Responding to broker calls in a professional, friendly and solutions‑focused manner
- Operating within delegated underwriting authority and following internal guidelines, escalating where appropriate
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes and contribute to wider business goals.
- Ensuring compliance with Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) and all regulatory expectations
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Criteria
- Self‑motivated with strong influencing and relationship‑building skills
- Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal
- Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively
- Organised and detail‑focused, ensuring processes and procedures are followed
- Able to perform under pressure and manage competing priorities
- Strong problem‑solving skills with a proactive approach
- Minimum 2 years’ underwriting experience within commercial insurance (property/casualty)
- Cert CII or working towards ACII
Desirable
- Experience within a similar delegated authority environment
- Advanced progression toward ACII preferred
- Additional Requirements
- A positive, professional attitude when dealing with internal and external stakeholders
- Reliable and dependable work ethic
- Commitment to upholding company values and contributing to a strong market reputation
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary
- Private healthcare
- Generous pension scheme
- Excellent career development opportunities
If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07880 553345 or email elaine.mccrink@lawesgroup.co.uk