Development Underwriter – Professional Indemnity Job at Lawes Consulting Group (Birmingham)

Senior Underwriter – Professional Indemnity

A specialist UK insurer is seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter to join the...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

80000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven UK Professional Indemnity or specialty lines underwriting experience
Track record of profitable portfolio growth and broker development
Strong technical knowledge, pricing, and risk assessment skills
Confident in negotiation, trading, and business development
Experience mentoring junior underwriters
Strong communication and IT skills

Job Responsibility

Underwrite complex Professional Indemnity and specialty lines risks with technical and commercial precision
Develop and grow broker relationships across the UK, converting opportunities into profitable business
Manage a PI portfolio, balancing risk selection with trading strategy
Mentor junior underwriters and act as a technical reference
Contribute to strategic planning, process improvements, and team initiatives

Fulltime

Senior Underwriter, Executive & Professional

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for so...

Location

Australia , Melbourne

Salary:

Not provided

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Ideally at least 5 years’ experience in Financial Lines, preferably in an underwriting role
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex financial data and make sound decisions
Existing broker and customer relationships, or experience and the ability to develop strong broker and customer relationships quickly
Underwriting acumen in all Liability lines
Experience and understanding of relevant Policy forms
Experience marketing to specialised brokers
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with all levels and disciplines
Strong communication skills including negotiation, communications, and presentation experience
Degree or equivalent education, and/or strong insurance qualifications are highly desirable

Job Responsibility

Manage and build upon a book of business that is consistent with the team’s strategic focus and risk appetite across multiple Financial lines products
Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships to maximise new and renewal business opportunities across the national broker distribution channel
Underwrite assigned accounts while ensuring appropriate risk analysis of previous claims history, financial reports, and additional information to determine exposure and underwriting terms
Review submissions from brokers, providing quotes in a timely manner and within their delegated authority
Negotiate and define the specific terms of insurance policies, pricing, and coverage enhancements with brokers
Work collaboratively with Actuary, and other underwriters to derive appropriate premium and monitor the ongoing policy performance
Collaborate with our Claims team to help create a positive and transparent experience for our customers
Keep abreast of market conditions and trends, providing feedback to Product and Portfolio leaders as necessary

What we offer

A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates
A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders
A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework

Fulltime

Asia Claims Lead

Our client, a major player in the global insurance sector is looking for a senio...

Location

Singapore , Singapore River

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

August 03, 2026

Requirements

Extensive track record in managing claims portfolios within the commercial insurance domain (Property, Engineering, Construction, Marine or Financial Lines)
Proven leadership capabilities with experience guiding and developing a professional team (onshore and offshore team)
Strong knowledge of legal frameworks and the ability to apply complex principles to technical dispute resolutions
Highly sophisticated communication, stakeholder management skills and commercially astute negotiation abilities
Proficiency in digital systems and databases used for scheduling, contact management and corporate reporting

Job Responsibility

Lead and mentor a team of Claims Specialists to provide commercially pragmatic and technically superior outcomes
Oversee the end to end management of complex claims cases, including coverage determination, accurate reserving practices and proactive recovery evaluations
Foster deep technical collaboration with underwriting, actuarial and broader business units to enhance portfolio quality and risk selection
Act as a key market representative to build strong relationships with regional distribution partners and corporate clients
Ensure all claims are managed in accordance with the organisation's values and processes including interpreting policy coverage, establishing, setting and reviewing reserves for indemnity and resolving claims as expeditiously and economically as possible and identifying recovery opportunities

New Business PI Underwriting Team Leader

A highly respected specialist insurer is seeking an experienced Professional Ind...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

80000.00 - 100000.00 GBP / Year

IDEX Consulting Ltd

Expiration Date

September 04, 2026

Requirements

Strong PI underwriting background across a wide range of professions
Experience handling property professionals, surveyors, estate agents and/or Design & Construction risks would be highly advantageous
Strong broker development and trading skills
Previous leadership or mentoring experience beneficial, though not essential
Commercially minded with a growth-focused approach

Job Responsibility

Lead and develop the New Business PI underwriting function
Underwrite across a broad range of Professional Indemnity risks
Build and strengthen broker relationships across the UK market
Support the continued growth of the Manchester office as the central hub for SME business
Work collaboratively with senior leadership on underwriting strategy and portfolio development
Mentor and support underwriters within the team

What we offer

Salary up to £100,000
Significant career progression opportunity
Chance to play a key role within a growing and evolving underwriting business
Strong investment backing and ambitious long-term growth plans
Manchester-based opportunity within a modern, expanding office environment

Fulltime

Claims Manager - International Financial Lines

An independent claims handler who will manage and oversee the end-to-end claims ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Social Value Portal Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Three or more years' experience handling commercial liability insurance claims, preferably under management liability and financial institution policies
Adjuster license(s) may be required as part of your job responsibilities
Legal training or claims experience, including assessing liability and negotiating settlements
Functional expertise includes: claims management procedures, knowledge of both US and international insurance markets (general and specialised areas), familiarity with US and global legal and regulatory frameworks, as well as alternative dispute resolution methods

Job Responsibility

Proactively manage a diverse portfolio of management liability, employment practice, professional indemnity and crime claims
Handle claims from first notice of loss through resolution
Evaluate policy coverage in line with underwriting intent
Manage portfolio of medium to high severity claims
Review individual claims within the portfolio on a regular basis
Establish appropriate and timely case reserves
Develop, iterate, document, and execute claims strategies
Ensure the management of claims conforms to the agreed standardized processes
Communicate any material claims to Reinsurance and Finance
Working with Reinsurance to effect claims recoveries

Fulltime

Claims Manager - International Financial Lines

An independent claims handler who will manage and oversee the end-to-end claims ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Social Value Portal Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

University degree
Three of more years' experience handling commercial liability insurance claims, preferably under management liability and financial institution policies
Adjuster license(s) may be required as part of your job responsibilities. If required, those licenses must be obtained within the first 90 days of your employment and in accordance with an individual licensing plan established by Beazley Compliance and your Manager
Legal training or claims experience, including assessing liability and negotiating settlements
Functional expertise includes: claims management procedures, knowledge of both US and international insurance markets (general and specialised areas), familiarity with US and global legal and regulatory frameworks, as well as alternative dispute resolution methods
Analytical skills: Problem solving (broad-based, analytical, conceptual, creativity), analysis of financial statements, financial assessments of claims, data analysis and decision-making
Work management skills: Time and workload management, self-starter, planning, achievement orientation, productivity focused
Interpersonal skills: Ability to influence others, client and broker management skills, purposeful communication, flexibility, active listening

Job Responsibility

Proactively manage a diverse portfolio of management liability, employment practice, professional indemnity and crime claims
Handle claims from first notice of loss through resolution, assessing severity, complexity, and direct financial loss to determine the appropriate level of involvement based on claim type, maturity, and quantum, while working closely with brokers, insureds, and underwriting partners
Evaluate policy coverage in line with underwriting intent, draft clear and well-reasoned coverage position letters, and effectively communicate coverage determinations to brokers, insureds and other relevant stakeholders in accordance with Beazley’s Claims Service Standards
Manage portfolio of medium to high severity claims, including Category 2 and some Category 1 claims (i.e., claims with an expected or actual value in excess of $500,000 or having material coverage issues) including (depending on training and agreement of the Head of) Coverage Litigation but without allegations of bad faith
Review of individual claims within the portfolio on a regular basis ensuring claims records are maintained in a timely manner as required by Beazley’s claims controls and standards as well as regulatory minimums
Establish appropriate and timely case reserves adhering at all times to Beazley’s authority protocols and Beazley’s Claims Reserving Philosophy and Standards while using all tools available to demonstrate potential loss exposure
Develop, iterate, document, and execute claims strategies taking into account uncertainties, key decisions, potential outcomes, and estimated associated costs
Ensure the management of claims conforms to the agreed standardized processes, maintain accurate and updated claims files including proper documentation and data
Communicate any material claims to Reinsurance and Finance as set out by the applicable claims authority, claims controls/protocols, and procedures
Working with Reinsurance to effect claims recoveries

Fulltime

Claims Consultant

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a ...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 3 years claims, or legal practice, experience handling Executive & Professional claims, or in legal practice
Relevant tertiary qualifications
A high level of professionalism and personal responsibility
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to work both autonomously and in a team environment
A growth and learning mindset

Job Responsibility

Managing a portfolio of claims to resolution across all Executive & Professional lines including Professional Indemnity, Directors’ and Officers’ Liability, Cyber and Financial Institutions, Construction, Management Liability, Crime, Statutory Liability and Employment Practices Liability
Providing exceptional customer service and claims management with a proactive approach to achieving strong results for our customers and broking partners
Investigating and managing claims which includes close cooperation with the insured and broker, determination of policy coverage, claim defence and resolution strategy, reserve adequacy and identification of risk management opportunities whilst working towards timely claims outcomes and identification of recoveries where appropriate
Supplementing in-house claims handling expertise with appropriate engagement of legal providers where required
Working closely with underwriters, actuaries and other areas of the business to report on claim developments and portfolio trends to support the development of products and delivery of the Executive & Professional line of business’ goals and objectives
Occasional interstate travel to client / broker meetings, mediations, conferences and other industry events

What we offer

A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates
A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders
A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework

Fulltime

Consultant, Claims - Indemnity Specialty

Our team handles some of the most unique and interesting insurance claims at Nat...

Location

United States

Salary:

97000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Nationwide

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated experience handling toxic tort with emphasis on asbestos and/or silica bodily injury claims, including evaluation, negotiation, and resolution
Proven ability to manage toxic tort bodily injury litigated files, including collaboration with defense counsel, strategy development, and oversight of litigation budgets and outcomes
Undergraduate degree in related field preferred
Post-graduate studies preferred
State licensing where required
Relevant professional designations or certifications desirable (CPCU, CLU, IIA, AEI, etc.)
Eight years of specialty claims experience preferred
Proven superior knowledge of the best claims practices used to resolve the most sever and technically complex claims
Demonstrated knowledge of insurance contracts and legal aspects affecting regulatory and liability issues that relate to environmental and other specialty claims
Proven ability to meet customer needs and provide outstanding service by informing customers of the claims process and ensuring a positive customer experience

Job Responsibility

Completes detailed review and analysis of claims
Investigates liability and damages
Brings files to closure, either by voluntary dismissals or by negotiation of settlements
Resolves amount of appropriate settlements or grounds for denial
Assists in the drafting of settlement documents
Provides reserve analysis to ensure timely and accurate case reserves in according to optimal claims practices
Negotiates cost sharing agreements between other insurance carriers and policyholders
Maintains current knowledge of assigned insurance lines, court decisions which may impact the claims function, current guidelines and policy changes and modifications
Creates and analyzes severe incident reports, reinsurance reports and other information to corporate office, Claims Management and Underwriting
Performs continuous review of claims inventory

What we offer

medical/dental/vision
life insurance
short and long term disability coverage
paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
nine paid holidays
8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
company-paid pension plan
business casual attire

Fulltime

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