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Job Description:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Schemes Underwriter to join a successful Professional Lines team writing a diverse portfolio of Traditional & Miscellaneous Professional Indemnity, along with some package business. You will play a key role within large PI book, handling underwriting referrals, managing broker relationships, and supporting senior underwriters with schemes development, portfolio management, and building new scheme propositions. This is a highly service-focused role requiring strong PI technical knowledge and confident relationship management skills.

Job Responsibility:

  • Handle underwriting referrals across a range of PI-led professional lines
  • manage and enhance relationships with brokers, coverholders, and key partners
  • support senior underwriters with developing schemes and building portfolio strategy
  • underwrite business in line with risk appetite, authority, and compliance standards
  • assist with schemes analysis, performance reviews, and process improvements
  • work collaboratively with the wider Professional Lines team
  • represent the team in broker meetings, presentations, and relationship-building activities.

Requirements:

  • Professional Indemnity experience
  • experience as a professional lines or open market underwriter
  • strong technical understanding of Traditional & Misc PI
  • strong relationship and communication skills
  • analytical mindset with attention to detail
  • ability to work collaboratively within a growing team
  • service-focused approach with commitment to quality and responsiveness.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 25, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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