Senior Development Underwriter in Essex

Senior Development Underwriter in Essex

Essex Full-Time On-site
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Are you an experienced Commercial Underwriter with a passion for new business development? Looking to take the next step in your underwriting career with a growing and ambitious insurer? This could be the opportunity for you.

The Opportunity

We're working with a well-established insurer seeking a Development Underwriter to join their commercial team, covering the South East region. This is a field-based role focused on driving profitable growth across the mid-market commercial sector, with a particular emphasis on Property and Liability business. Working closely with regional sales teams and distribution partners, you'll play a key role in identifying and securing new business opportunities while managing your own underwriting portfolio.

Responsibilities

  • Drive new business growth across the mid-market commercial sector.
  • Underwrite Property & Liability risks in line with appetite and strategy.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and trading partners.
  • Attend client and broker meetings across the South East region.
  • Act as a technical referral point, providing underwriting expertise and guidance.
  • Work collaboratively with wider teams to identify and convert growth opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Cert CII/Dip CII or equivalent qualifications are beneficial but not essential.

Required Skills

  • You'll already have a strong background in Commercial Underwriting and enjoy both the technical and relationship-building aspects of the role.
  • Commercial Property & Liability underwriting experience.
  • Strong new business underwriting capability.
  • Experience developing and maintaining external relationships.
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills.

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Senior Development Underwriter in Essex employer: Lawes Consulting Group

At Lawes Consulting Group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values and nurtures talent within a supportive and collaborative environment. As a Property Loss Adjuster based in Glasgow, you will benefit from a strong focus on employee development, a diverse portfolio of claims to manage, and the opportunity to work closely with industry professionals, all while enjoying the vibrant culture of Scotland's largest city.

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Contact Details:

Lawes Consulting Group Recruitment Team