A major UK insurer has created a new Underwriting Manager role to take ownership of a growing commercial portfolio placed through its partner insurers. Because the role is new, the successful candidate will define how it operates from the start. They will set the underwriting direction for the book, strengthen the delegated authority framework behind it, and turn portfolio insight into profitable growth. The role carries real visibility with senior stakeholders and a strong benefits package.
Responsibilities
- Underwriting strategy: Set the strategic priorities and underwriting direction for business placed with partner insurers.
- Governance: Oversee binder, delegated authority and outplacement arrangements so business stays within appetite, technical standards and regulatory requirements.
- Market insight: Bring external market knowledge into the business to keep its propositions competitive.
- Stakeholder leadership: Build strong relationships across underwriting, pricing, product, distribution, and claims, and lead and develop a direct report.
Required Skills
- General insurance background: Significant experience in commercial lines underwriting, including underwriting strategy and risk appetite.
- Portfolio accountability: A track record of owning portfolio performance, risk selection and underwriting rules.
- Delegated authority: Experience with binder, delegated authority, broker, or outsourced underwriting governance.
- Data-led decisions: Confident using data and MI to make decisions and deliver results.
- Leadership: Experience leading people or projects, and influencing senior stakeholders.
Underwriting Manager - Wholesale 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.
