Senior Commercial Development Underwriter Job at Lawes Consulting Group (Birmingham)

Senior Commercial Product Development Underwriter

We’re helping a growing insurer hire a Senior Commercial Product Development Und...

Location

United Kingdom , Essex

Salary:

80000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Background in commercial underwriting, ideally SME
Experience developing or improving insurance products
Used to working with different teams across a business
Good understanding of FCA requirements
Strong knowledge of SME commercial products
Confident with pricing and data analysis
Clear communicator across teams and partners
Interest in digital and data-led underwriting (a plus)
Cert CII (or working towards) preferred

Job Responsibility

Design and refine SME commercial products to align with market needs and business goals
Collaborate with underwriting, claims, compliance, and distribution teams to develop and implement product enhancements
Support pricing strategies and update policy wordings and terms to improve clarity and performance
Ensure all product developments meet regulatory standards and internal governance
Conduct competitor and market research to identify emerging risks and opportunities
Support product training, documentation, and go-to-market activity across internal and external teams

Fulltime

Senior Development Underwriter

Are you an experienced underwriter seeking an exciting new opportunity? Our clie...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

65000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in senior development underwriting
Strong commercial underwriting and risk assessment background
Success in managing broker relationships and driving growth
Knowledge of market trends and regulatory requirements
Strong technical underwriting and risk assessment skills
Excellent relationship management and negotiation abilities
Commercial acumen to identify and seize business opportunities
Clear, effective communication and analytical thinking

Job Responsibility

Underwrite and grow a profitable book of business
Develop and maintain broker and client relationships
Analyse risk exposure, ensuring competitive pricing and coverage
Stay updated on market trends and regulatory changes
Contribute to process improvements and product development

Fulltime

Senior New Business Commercial Underwriter

Lawes Insurance Recruitment are currently working with one of the top 10 insurer...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

70000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience in a commercial insurance role, ideally in new business development
Strong understanding of commercial insurance products and market dynamics
Experience in building and maintaining broker relationships
Excellent communication and negotiation skills to effectively engage with brokers and clients
Strong analytical abilities to assess risks and opportunities
Proactive and results-driven with a focus on achieving new business targets
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Proficiency in using underwriting systems and CRM tools

Job Responsibility

Identify and pursue new business opportunities to grow the commercial portfolio
Develop and maintain relationships with brokers and clients to drive business growth
Assist in the underwriting process by gathering relevant information and analysing risk
Present competitive insurance solutions to clients and negotiate terms
Work closely with the underwriting team to ensure smooth processing of new business
Stay updated on market trends and competitor offerings to identify growth opportunities
Provide excellent customer service to brokers and clients, addressing their needs and concerns

Fulltime

Senior Existing Business Underwriter – Commercial

Lawes Insurance Recruitment are currently working with one of the top 10 insurer...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

70000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in commercial insurance, particularly in managing existing client relationships
Familiarity with commercial insurance products, renewals, and policy management
Proven track record of client retention and service excellence
Excellent relationship-building and communication skills with clients and brokers
Strong organisational and time-management skills to manage a portfolio effectively
Ability to identify growth opportunities within an existing book of business
Good understanding of underwriting principles and policy renewal processes
Proficient in using CRM systems and other relevant software tools

Job Responsibility

Manage and develop relationships with existing clients and brokers to ensure long-term business retention
Review and renew commercial policies, ensuring alignment with client needs and market conditions
Identify opportunities for upselling or cross-selling additional products and services to existing clients
Collaborate with the underwriting team to ensure smooth renewals and amendments to policies
Provide ongoing support to clients and brokers, addressing any queries or issues promptly
Monitor market trends and competitor offerings to stay ahead and offer the best solutions
Assist in the preparation of renewal terms and presentations for clients and brokers

Fulltime

Senior Underwriting Coach – SME

Working for one of the world’s leading insurers, this vacancy would allow you to...

Location

United Kingdom , Bolton

Salary:

65000.00 - 72000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coaching and development skills within in a similar environment and experience of working in teams and a successful record of delivering results
Progress towards Dip CII qualification desirable
Technical underwriting expertise in a commercial insurance environment essential
Sound understanding of insurance market and processes across commercial lines insurance operations
Excellent interpersonal skills, through written and verbal communication skills
Proven experience in decision making on a wide range of technical underwriting scenarios within a commercial environment
Strong trading capability – commercial awareness, negotiation skills, ability to build strong broker relationships
Pragmatic decision maker with good analytical and numerical reasoning skills
Strong analytical skills with proven experience of account monitoring and action planning
Excellent risk assessment and risk management skills

Job Responsibility

Coach, train and develop New Business Underwriters to continually improve their technical and trading capability and delivering the financial targets of the SME business
Be the referral point for Underwriters, coaching Underwriters to make decisions within their empowerment and providing technical and trading input to improve the quality of underwriting decisions
Delivery of planned underwriting result for designated accounts through proactive account review, analysis of underwriting trends and improvement plans implemented to improve profitability
Manage underwriting relationships with key brokers from designated accounts to deliver profitable growth
Actively manage and review underwriting standards and licences within the team ensuring effective management and deployment of empowerment
Support Trading Team Manager to effectively manage the service provided to brokers and input to the performance management of Underwriters
Audit & Governance – maintain and monitor an effective control environment compliant with all regulatory & relevant control standards

Fulltime

Senior Regional Underwriter

This is a key hire aimed at strengthening underwriting capability across the reg...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

60000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven background in underwriting within the commercial insurance market, ideally with a focus on Commercial products
Experience working with regional broker networks and delivering underwriting results in line with financial targets
Strong track record of underwriting complex and non-standard risks, with demonstrable commercial awareness
Previous involvement in supporting or mentoring junior underwriting staff is desirable
Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with a commercial mindset
Excellent relationship-building capabilities and broker engagement experience
Confident, considered decision-maker with sound risk assessment skills
Technically proficient, with a clear understanding of governance, risk, and underwriting standards
Adaptable, proactive, and customer-focused, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Job Responsibility

Build and manage long-term relationships with a defined broker panel to drive new and profitable business
Underwrite complex and high-value risks, maintaining high standards of technical accuracy and governance
Support the development and execution of the regional business plan through effective risk selection and pricing strategies
Act as a technical referral point for junior underwriters, supporting capability development across the region
Partner with the Regional Management team to shape and grow the distribution footprint, targeting strategic brokers and accounts
Ensure compliance with internal underwriting standards and risk frameworks while remaining commercially agile
Engage regularly with brokers across the region to support new and existing business
Review and assess complex underwriting submissions, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with risk appetite
Liaise with brokers on live cases, providing guidance and negotiating terms
Participate in regional strategy meetings, contributing insights to shape business direction

Fulltime

Senior Property Underwriter

Our client, a leading UK insurer, is looking for a Senior Property Underwriter t...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

80000.00 - 95000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong underwriting knowledge in property, particularly for commercial and residential risks
Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage brokers effectively
Self-motivated and capable of working independently to manage and grow a book of business
Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage face-to-face with brokers and clients

Job Responsibility

Take full responsibility for underwriting mid-market commercial and residential property risks
Manage and grow an existing portfolio while seeking opportunities to expand
Work closely with regional brokers, building and maintaining strong relationships, particularly face-to-face
Collaborate with the UK commercial and casualty teams to deliver comprehensive insurance solutions
Contribute to the development of new business opportunities and help shape the property underwriting strategy
Travel to London and Glasgow offices as required to liaise with key brokers and clients

Fulltime

Senior Underwriter

Due to an exciting time of growth, our client has new opportunities available wi...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

55000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Dip CII or commitment to achieve within an agreed timescale
Market, Industry and Company knowledge
A proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service
Appropriate IT skills
Strong verbal communication skills
Experience of acting as a coach within a commercial environment
Experience of effective stakeholder management within a commercial environment

Job Responsibility

Develop, negotiate and profitably underwrite new/existing business within own authority and in line with our clients’ strategy
Provide embedded underwriting support at partner and customer sites if required
Plan, prioritise and manage individual work to deliver agreed objectives and meet SLA’s to deliver exceptional customer service
Act as referral point for the team providing coaching, training in an appropriate time frame
Use the appropriate method of communication (telephone, face to face) to support our client’s right first time approach in order to maintain successful Internal and External relationships
Working with some of the most high profile brokers in the UK to build your personal profile and maintain and develop our clients’ excellent broker relationships
Act on individual audit results and agreed action plans within agreed deadlines to improve own performance
Understand and operate within regulatory framework and identify and escalate any risks to the business
Identify complaints, act upon them and resolve in line with company policy
Conduct audits and provide feedback, coaching and training as appropriate

What we offer

Flexible working
Group Personal Pension – up to 12% employer contribution
Generous annual bonus scheme up to 24%
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and a holiday buy and sell scheme
An array of health and wellbeing benefits, including private healthcare, income protection and life assurance
Up to £300 annual personal grant to a charity of your choice
Encouraged to take at least one volunteering day per year
Employee Assistance Programme
Full study support to gain professional qualifications

Fulltime

Senior Commercial Development Underwriter

Lawes Consulting Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Birmingham

Category:
Insurance

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Job Posted:
March 27, 2025

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