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Development Underwriter

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Lawes Consulting Group

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United Kingdom , Leeds

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Salary:

50000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

We’re seeking a passionate and highly motivated Development Underwriter to join a regional team covering the North East region. As a development underwriter, you’ll play a key role in writing new business, advancing our underwriting strategy, and fostering strong relationships with brokers, partners, and clients.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assess and evaluate new and renewal business within the P&C sector, ensuring alignment with underwriting guidelines and risk appetite
  • Underwrite a range of commercial lines with a keen eye for identifying profitable opportunities
  • Build and maintain excellent working relationships with brokers, external partners, and clients to promote business growth in a competitive market
  • Develop and execute underwriting strategies to achieve regional and corporate objectives
  • Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and market developments to support informed decision-making

Requirements:

  • Possess proven experience (3+ years) in underwriting across commercial lines
  • Demonstrate strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess, price, and manage risk effectively
  • Have excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to build lasting relationships with partners and stakeholders
  • Are adept at working independently and collaboratively as part of a team to achieve shared goals
What we offer:

Car Allowance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 10, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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