New Business Underwriter

New Business Underwriter – Contractors

Salary – £55,000

London

We are excited to be partnering with an ambitious and well-established MGA.

Portfolio: SME – Contractors Liability (Security, Cleaning, Electrical, Contractors, Recruitment, and other trades)

Focus: Deliver underwriting excellence to support a diverse range of well-managed contractors, from sole traders to large companies

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a wide range of premiums (£1,000 – £100,000 GWP) across UK SME business
• Handle approximately 150 new business enquiries per month
• Review and analyse presentations and proposals from brokers
• Underwrite risks within defined authority levels and in compliance with underwriting licenses
• Issue quotations to brokers, ensuring competitive and accurate pricing
• Enter risk information accurately into relevant systems
• Build and develop strong relationships with brokers to drive growth and support business objectives.
• Negotiate effectively to secure new business while maintaining underwriting integrity

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 4+ years’ experience underwriting contractors’ liability
• Deep understanding of SME and contractor risks across a wide range of trades
• Proven track record of developing new broker relationships and exceeding new business targets
• Strong negotiation skills, coupled with excellent communication abilities
• Detail-oriented and well-organised, with the ability to handle high volumes of enquiries efficiently

Please get in touch to hear more.