Motor Trade Underwriter – New Business Job at Lawes Consulting Group (Birmingham or Manchester)

Motor Trade Development Underwriter

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Motor Trade Development Underwriter to ...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

50000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong knowledge of underwriting principles and practices, with a focus on motor trade and motor fleet
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
Effective communication and negotiation abilities
Proven track record of building and maintaining productive relationships with brokers and agents
Proficiency in utilising underwriting software and Microsoft Office suite

Job Responsibility

Serving as an integral member of the Motor Trade team, you will contribute to the development and execution of branch plans for the product and revenue lead
You will represent the business in presenting proposals for larger MM and MC risks, leveraging industry knowledge and technical underwriting expertise, tailored to the scale and complexity of each case
Negotiate coverage, terms, and pricing that distinguish the company in addressing customer needs
Underwrite profitable new business in line with established underwriting controls and practices, while acting as a referral point within the branch for New Business and, when needed, renewals
Underwrite large or complex risks within your designated authority. Build and maintain strong underwriting relationships with key brokers to drive profitable growth
Serve as a referral point for Underwriters, providing guidance, coaching, and training to enhance the team’s technical expertise and trading skills
Follow underwriting guidelines and hold regular reviews with the Branch Underwriting Manager

Fulltime

Motor Trade Commercial Account Handler

We are pleased to be working with a respected insurance company in helping them ...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

35000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous insurance experience is required, ideally including Motor Trade and Commercial, with a solid understanding of various classes of business
Experience in a regulated FCA environment is essential
Strong organisational skills are essential, with the ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and report regularly to the team manager
Adherence to compliance and regulatory procedures is mandatory
Working towards or holding the Cert CII qualification is expected
A strong understanding of implementing best practices in customer service, compliance systems, processes, and financial management is necessary
Proficiency in using bespoke systems and MS Office, including Acturis and/or SSP, is highly valued
The ability to communicate effectively and work well under pressure, both as part of a team and independently, is essential
Flexibility in approach is important for success in the role
Excellent communication skills are required, including verbal, written, listening, and negotiation abilities, with the capability to interact confidently at all levels

Job Responsibility

Handling account queries and mid-term adjustments in accordance with delegated underwriting authority guidelines, along with managing some new business processes
Underwriting and generating terms will be part of the responsibilities, ensuring they are prepared promptly for account executives and meet insurers’ rate increase requirements
Addressing account executive and colleague queries via phone and email within established authority limits
Liaising with insurers and colleagues is essential, involving tasks such as assessing risks, reviewing quotations, and ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines under Delegated Authority schemes
Maintaining accurate paper files and system records for new and existing business is a key aspect of the role, ensuring updates are made following all client interactions
Shared responsibility for managing actions related to existing clients, including mid-term adjustments and claims, while collaborating with other Account Handlers and Account Executives to uphold service standards
Responding to client enquiries via phone, letter, or email in a professional and helpful manner is expected, ensuring that all necessary information is gathered and communicated effectively
Overseeing surveys and risk improvements, ensuring their completion within required timescales

Fulltime

Commercial Account Handler

Our client is a well-established & ambitious independent broker who is looking f...

Location

United Kingdom , Croydon

Salary:

30000.00 - 40000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Helping the senior management team identify opportunities to grow the book through offering relevant cross sales and referral leads
Provide support to account managers demonstrate professionalism and Integrate with the existing handlers, to provide help and support
Renewals will be provided along with new business leads & be a point of referral within the team
Responsible for growing our commercial clients through arranging renewal of policies for existing clients & assisting with mid term adjustments
Organise daily work to ensure compliance is met at all times
Must be a strong self-starter with a proven ability to manage your workload and work as part of a close-knit team
Dealing with a wide variety of businesses, and policy types from commercial combined, package policies, retail, office, working from home, surgeries, property owners, commercial vehicle, motor trade, fleet, management liability, contractors, events and more
Liaise with Underwriters to help secure the retention of clients
Claims Management
Identify new markets, schemes and other opportunities to help grow the Business

Job Responsibility

Helping the senior management team identify opportunities to grow the book through offering relevant cross sales and referral leads
Provide support to account managers demonstrate professionalism and Integrate with the existing handlers, to provide help and support
Renewals will be provided along with new business leads & be a point of referral within the team
Responsible for growing our commercial clients through arranging renewal of policies for existing clients & assisting with mid term adjustments
Organise daily work to ensure compliance is met at all times
Must be a strong self-starter with a proven ability to manage your workload and work as part of a close-knit team
Dealing with a wide variety of businesses, and policy types from commercial combined, package policies, retail, office, working from home, surgeries, property owners, commercial vehicle, motor trade, fleet, management liability, contractors, events and more
Liaise with Underwriters to help secure the retention of clients
Claims Management
Identify new markets, schemes and other opportunities to help grow the Business

What we offer

Benefits package including flexible benefits and pension
Hybrid working ability to work from home 2 days a week
Great company culture and progressive working environment
Excellent career development opportunities
Free Parking
Competitive salary
Access to exclusive discounts

Fulltime

Development Underwriter

Offering an efficient and professional underwriting service to local brokers, bu...

Location

United Kingdom , Belfast Area

Salary:

45000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ experience gained within commercial insurance underwriting products – property, motor, EL, PL, commercial combined, property owners, etc.
Understanding of the local broking marketplace with relationships in place
A good understanding of insurance principles
Excellent customer service
Good attention to detail
Strong organisational skills
Progression towards CII qualifications would be beneficial

Job Responsibility

Develop strong local broker relationships
Underwrite new and existing business commercial insurance risks – commercial property, motor, EL, PL, commercial combined, business interruption, etc.
Work as part of a team to build brand
Ensure service level agreements are achieved
Broker visits where requested
Attend networking events
Develop trading methods to secure high conversion through successful lead to quote rates
Achieve personal and business objectives
Ensure service standards are achieved

What we offer

Competitive salary
25 days plus bank holidays
Life Insurance
Income Protection
Pension
Private Medical Insurance
Realistic career development opportunities
Support towards gaining your CII and ACII qualifications

Fulltime

Senior Technical Broker

Join one of the UK's most trusted insurers and help shape the future of commerci...

Location

United Kingdom , West Midlands

Salary:

55000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experienced Senior Broker or Senior Technical Account Handler with strong trading experience from a major insurer or broker
Deep understanding of the UK commercial insurance market, typically handling risks with premiums of £50,000+
Proven ability to handle complex commercial cases (beyond SME/portal placements)
Confident in analysing underwriting information and producing market submissions and presentations
Dip CII qualified (preferred but not essential)
Experience placing business in the London Market is a plus
Analytical, proactive, and commercially minded
Experience dealing with mid to high premium commercial insurance cases
Proven track record of successful commercial insurance broking
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

Job Responsibility

Managing the placement of new business and renewals across Property and Casualty (with some Motor Trade and Fleet exposure)
Supporting their panel with placement strategy, renewal planning, and cross-selling opportunities
Negotiating complex policies, enhancing coverage and securing competitive terms
Reviewing new business pipelines and upcoming renewals to provide technical insight and market support
Attending client meetings and offering expertise in market presentations and submissions

Fulltime

New

Commercial Account Handler - Corporate Accounts

We are currently recruiting for an Account Handler within our Corporate Operatio...

Location

Ireland , Cork City; Dublin

Salary:

Not provided

Brown & Brown UK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3 + years’ experience working in commercial broking OR relevant insurance experience
Good knowledge of commercial insurances product ranges across the various markets
Marine/Cargo experience is desirable
Property and Business Interruption
Employer’s Public & Products Liability
Motor Fleet/Motor Trade
Professional Indemnity
Management Liability (Directors & Officers Liability, Employment Practice Liability)
Cyber Liability Insurance
APA/CIP qualified

Job Responsibility

Provide ongoing servicing to existing clients and closely manage the relationships throughout the renewal cycle to ensure retention of the account
Analyse customer needs and cover and identify any opportunities to strengthen their risk management structures
Identify cross-selling opportunities for the Sales team where possible
Market and present customer accounts to insurers and negotiate premiums in turn on their behalf
Collect and submit any additional information required by underwriters and follow up to ensure placement of the risk
Input all information correctly onto Applied Relay and ensure clear and concise file notes
Monitor and review business figures (new business, renewals, fees & commission, margins etc) and ensure collection of monies due on the account
Attend customer meetings with the Sales team on prospects and provide subject matter expert support as required
Lead and participate in business projects as they arise
Stay abreast of insurer appetites and competitor activity in the marketplace and react accordingly

What we offer

Market Competitive Salary
Discounted Personal Insurances
An active Sports & Social Club
Pension & Associated Benefits
Generous Parental Leave Policies
Stock Purchase Schemes for Teammates
Insurance Exam Support Scheme including paid study leave
Hybrid Working Opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Onsite parking

Fulltime

New

Commercial Account Handler

We are currently recruiting for a Commercial Account Handler within our Operatio...

Location

Ireland , Galway City; Dublin

Salary:

Not provided

Brown & Brown UK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3 + years’ experience working in commercial broking OR relevant insurance experience
Good knowledge of commercial insurances product ranges across the various markets for the following: Property and Business Interruption, Employer’s Public & Products Liability, Motor Fleet/Motor Trade, Professional Indemnity, Management Liability (Directors & Officers Liability, Employment Practice Liability), Cyber Liability Insurance
APA/CIP qualified
Customer knowledge and understanding of their business and industry sectors
Proven track record in customer account management and retention
Clear and comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and legal environment

Job Responsibility

Provide ongoing servicing to existing clients and closely manage the relationships throughout the renewal cycle to ensure retention of the account – outside of this strategically communicate with customers as required
Analyse customer needs and cover and identify any opportunities to strengthen their risk management structures
Identify cross-selling opportunities for the Sales team where possible
Market and present customer accounts to insurers and negotiate premiums in turn on their behalf
Collect and submit any additional information required by underwriters and follow up to ensure placement of the risk
Input all information correctly onto Applied Relay and ensure clear and concise file notes
Monitor and review business figures (new business, renewals, fees & commission, margins etc) and ensure collection of monies due on the account
Attend customer meetings with the Sales team on prospects and provide subject matter expert support as required
Lead and participate in business projects as they arise
Stay abreast of insurer appetites and competitor activity in the marketplace and react accordingly

What we offer

Market Competitive Salary
Discounted Personal Insurances
An active Sports & Social Club
Pension & Associated Benefits
Generous Parental Leave Policies
Stock Purchase Scheme
Insurance Exam Support Scheme including paid study leave
Hybrid Working Opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Onsite parking

Fulltime

Commercial Account Handler

Lawes is recruiting for a Commercial Account Handler role in Manchester, offerin...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

35000.00 - 40000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Commercial Account Handler within the insurance industry
experience working in a broker environment and handling premiums up to 200K
strong grounding and understanding of commercial Insurance products particularly property, casualty and motor
proficiency in the use of the Acturis system and previous experience in using insurer and broker portals alongside e-traded systems
natural communicator working with colleagues and insurer partners at all levels.

Job Responsibility

Manage the day to day servicing of a book of commercial insurance clients across a variety of insurance lines and products
assist in the preparation renewal reports, process mid-term adjustments and support clients with policy documentation
support clients on any queries they may have
liaise with underwriters and insurers to obtain the best terms from the market and outcomes for clients
maintain accurate client records in line with company process and procedures, complying with FCA guidelines
actively seek out new business opportunities and ensure new customers and their business are adequately protected.

Fulltime

Motor Trade Underwriter – New Business

Lawes Consulting Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Birmingham or Manchester

Category:
Insurance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 10, 2026

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