Lead/Senior Underwriter in London
Lead/Senior Underwriter

Lead/Senior Underwriter in London

London Full-Time No home office possible
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Job Title: Lead/Senior Underwriter – Professional Indemnity

Location: London

Position type: Full time, permanent

About The Job

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Lead/Senior Underwriter – Professional Indemnity to join our growing Casualty team. In this key leadership role, you will take ownership of the underwriting of the international professional indemnity portfolio which covers a wide range of sectors and territories.

As the lead/senior underwriter, you will guide and mentor the team and collaborate with brokers, clients, and internal teams to deliver high-quality insurance solutions.

About the Job:

  • Lead and manage the underwriting of the international professional indemnity portfolio, ensuring accuracy, profitability, and adherence to company and regulatory standards.

  • Proactively develop and pursue new business opportunities, products and clients.

  • Provide strategic direction on underwriting practices and procedures to drive profitable growth.

  • Work closely with brokers and clients to assess complex risks, offering expert advice and delivering customized insurance solutions.

  • Monitor market trends and regulatory changes to maximise profitability and maintain competitive product offerings.

  • Collaborate with the claims team to understand claims trends and work to reduce exposure.

  • Report on team performance, underwriting results, and market conditions to senior management and Lloyd\’s.

What you\’ll need:

  • Significant experience in professional indemnity, with a broad understanding across multiple sectors/professions – ideally with experience in a lead or senior underwriting position.

  • Proven leadership ability with experience managing or mentoring a team.

  • Strong negotiating, networking and relationship-building skills.

  • Confident and comfortable presenting to small and large groups.

  • Exceptional analytical and decision-making abilities.

  • Relevant qualifications (e.g., ACII, or similar) preferred.

What you can expect from us:

As well as a competitive base salary and performance related discretionary bonus, here is a link to our employee benefits – Benefits of working at MS Amlin | MS Amlin

About MS Amlin

MS Amlin is a leading (re)insurer and part of the global MS&AD Group, with operations across Lloyd\’s of London, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. With over 120 years of experience, we support businesses facing complex and demanding risks, providing continuity in an uncertain world. Our expertise covers Property, Casualty, Marine, Crisis Management, Natural Resources and Reinsurance, backed by strong underwriting capabilities and deep sector knowledge. At the core of our claims service is TRUST – Transparency, Responsiveness, Understanding, Solution-driven thinking, and Technical expertise. This defines how we manage claims and build lasting relationships.

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Contact Detail:

MS Amlin Recruiting Team

Lead/Senior Underwriter in London
MS Amlin
Location: London

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