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Commercial Underwriter

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Lawes Consulting Group

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United Kingdom , York

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Salary:

38000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

A big name in the market is looking to expand its commercial underwriting team UK wide due to growth and expansion. The roles will handle various commercial and motor cases across the SME, Mid-Market and Package teams.

Job Responsibility:

  • Underwrite commercial cases on a new or existing business basis
  • Ensure strong relationships with customers through the business’s agencies
  • Collaborating closely with their agents, you will resolve complex referrals and manage insurance risk costs effectively while delivering optimal solutions and services

Requirements:

  • Experienced Insurance professional or Commercial Underwriting specialist
  • Extensive background handling complex and technical cases within a regulated environment, including authority-level work
  • Familiarity with a wide array of Commercial General Insurance products
  • Proficient in reviewing policy documents

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 27, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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