At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop the Property & Casualty underwriting function while driving profitability.
- Company: A leading London-market MGA with a focus on innovation and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £100,000 and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Excellent career progression and a chance to mentor future talent.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in the commercial insurance sector.
- Qualifications: 5-8 years of commercial underwriting experience, with leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 60750 - 74250 £ per year.
A leading London-market MGA is seeking an experienced Commercial Underwriting Manager to lead and develop their Property & Casualty underwriting function. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving profitability, maintaining underwriting discipline, and mentoring a team of underwriters across a broad commercial book of business.
Responsibilities
- Own and manage the commercial P&C underwriting portfolio, ensuring profitability and growth targets are met.
- Set and enforce underwriting guidelines, risk appetite, and pricing frameworks in line with business strategy.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of underwriters, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Build and maintain strong broker relationships to drive new business and retain existing accounts.
- Collaborate with actuarial, claims, and finance teams to deliver data-driven underwriting decisions.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity, adapting strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
- Report underwriting performance to senior leadership, providing insight and recommendations.
Day-to-Day
- Review, assess, and sign off on complex and high-value commercial risks within delegated authority.
- Conduct portfolio reviews and contribute to quarterly business planning cycles.
- Attend broker meetings and market events to maintain and develop new business pipelines.
- Provide technical guidance and referral support to junior underwriters.
- Oversee adherence to regulatory requirements and internal compliance frameworks.
Experience
- 5–8 years of commercial underwriting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or lead capacity.
- Demonstrable expertise across Property & Casualty commercial lines.
- Proven track record of managing profitable books of business within a London market or Lloyd's environment.
- Experience working with brokers and managing key account relationships.
- Background in portfolio management, pricing strategy, and risk analysis.
Skills
- Strong technical underwriting knowledge across commercial P&C product lines.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills with the ability to develop talent.
- Commercially astute with strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
- Analytical mindset with proficiency in using data and MI to inform underwriting decisions.
- Effective communicator at all levels, from underwriting teams to senior stakeholders.
- ACII qualified or working towards qualification (preferred).
MANAGER, CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER in London 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.
