Senior Construction Underwriter Job at Lawes Consulting Group (Leeds)

Senior Construction Underwriter

Lawes is working alongside a leading insurer who is seeking a skilled Constructi...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

75000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2-3+ years of experience in a Construction Underwriting role
Strong background in underwriting both CAR and Construction Liability
Experience with mid-market business and familiarity with relevant premium levels
Proven success working with both national and regional brokers
Solid technical underwriting and risk assessment capabilities
Commercially minded with a proactive approach to business development
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a broker-focused mindset
Analytical thinker with sound judgment and decision-making ability
Comfortable working independently and within a collaborative team structure
Target-driven with a commitment to high performance and quality

Job Responsibility

Underwrite CAR and Liability risks across the mid-market segment
Develop and maintain relationships with a wide broker panel, from national to independent firms
Identify and convert new business opportunities in line with growth targets
Support retention and development of existing accounts through strong client engagement
Conduct broker and client meetings to understand risk and offer tailored underwriting solutions
Ensure all underwriting activity aligns with internal standards and regulatory expectations
Review and assess risks for accounts typically ranging from £10,000 to £250,000 GWP
Prepare detailed underwriting proposals for both new and renewal business
Maintain frequent broker contact to explore pipeline opportunities and offer support
Attend external meetings to strengthen relationships and better understand client needs

Fulltime

Senior Construction Liability Underwriter

An excellent opportunity is available with our client and we are looking to conn...

Location

United Kingdom , Homebased

Salary:

60000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 2 years liability underwriting experience with an MGA or Insurer preferably in construction liability
CII optional
Strong communication skills
Ability to trade with agents on individual cases and overall accounts
Knowledge of underwriting and administration processes
Technical competency to underwrite products to an intermediate level

Job Responsibility

Underwriting transactional risks in accordance with binder parameters
Quoting new business cases and renewing existing policies primarily on contracting business
Quoting new and renewal construction and contracting business for various sections of cover
Developing broker and insurer accounts throughout the UK
Promoting products to brokers via telephone and broker office meetings
Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
Maintaining and developing agent relationships
Reviewing business issues with broker account managers and supporting resolution as necessary

Fulltime

Senior Construction and Engineering Underwriter

Lawes Consulting Group is proud to be working with a leading global (Re)insurer ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

95000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years in underwriting or related insurance experience, preferably in Construction & Engineering
progressing toward or holding CII qualification
strong understanding of underwriting practices and market dynamics
strong analytical and decision-making skills
excellent written and verbal communication
high attention to detail and accuracy
proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
team player with strong interpersonal skills
able to prioritise, multitask, and perform under pressure
proactive, self-driven, and customer-focused

Job Responsibility

Review and underwrite new business based on risk assessment and market data
negotiate terms with brokers and clients to optimise profitability
ensure all underwriting decisions follow internal policies and procedures
work closely with global teams to align processes and maintain documentation
support junior underwriters through knowledge sharing and peer reviews
uphold compliance standards and contribute to regulatory requirements
strengthen and maintain broker and client relationships
contribute to business planning and new product development
collaborate with internal teams (Actuarial, Legal, Compliance, etc.)
promote brand presence through marketing and relationship-building efforts

Fulltime

Senior Construction Liability Underwriter

We are seeking a technically strong and commercially astute Senior Construction ...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

60000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years’ experience underwriting UK construction liability risks
Strong knowledge of construction trades and associated liability exposures
Experience underwriting Employers’ Liability and Public Liability business
Proven track record of operating within underwriting authority
Demonstrated ability to build broker relationships and drive new business
Strong analytical skills and confident decision-making capability
Commercially focused with a disciplined underwriting approach

Job Responsibility

Underwrite new and renewal EL / PL / Contractors Combined construction risks
Apply underwriting appetite and pricing discipline to ensure profitability
Deliver growth in line with loss ratio and GWP targets
Monitor portfolio performance and identify trends or corrective actions
Build and maintain strong relationships with regional and national brokers
Identify and convert new business opportunities within target construction sectors
Provide technical referral support where required
Contribute to underwriting guidelines and product development initiatives
Maintain compliant, audit-ready underwriting files

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid/flexible working environment
A key role within a growing and ambitious underwriting platform
Real broker engagement and market visibility
Opportunity to shape portfolio development

Fulltime

Senior Wordings Specialist

This is a dynamic opportunity that will place the candidate in a leading positio...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

100000.00 - 110000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A proven track record as a senior wordings specialist with contract drafting experience and attention to detail
A “commercial” view of insurance products and their value to customers
Confidence to make decisions on coverage and the ability to advocate the reasoning and logic involved and to evaluate the materiality of technical points
Advanced MS Word and document formatting skills
An ability to lead and facilitate complex discussions while interacting effectively with all types of people, including more and less technically-focused colleagues, brokers, and customers
An inquisitive mind who is a proven problem-solver, capable of adapting and working on wordings in a range of jurisdictions and lines of business
The ability to work well both individually and in teams
A minimum of five years’ wordings or technical underwriting experience gained in the Lloyd’s Market
Excellent contract drafting skills, including sound knowledge of English grammar and sentence construction

Job Responsibility

Leading wordings and coverage discussions on existing and new products, developed by the organisation and in tandem with business partners
Extensive liaison with underwriters on a day-to-day basis to provide guidance on technical issues and assistance with legal risk management
Attending broker and client meetings with underwriters to provide guidance and expertise on specific coverage elements of our products
Researching and reporting on potential coverage issues and approaches to emerging risk
Providing technical guidance notes and in-person training for colleagues across the business
Representing the organisation in external knowledge-sharing forums and developing your profile across the Lloyd’s market

Fulltime

ICM In-Business Quality Assurance - Real Estate and Structured Credit Underwriting

Institutional Credit Management’s (“ICM”) objective is to provide an integrated ...

Location

India , Mumbai

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrable quality control / quality assurance experience, including 5 - 7 years in banking, credit risk management, credit risk internal audit, loan review or quality assurance function at a large financial institution, established rating agency, or equivalent
Familiarity with risk management and controls frameworks related to credit risk management or another financial risk discipline
Ability to understand policies and procedures and execute change seamlessly
Understanding of complex counterparty credit product structures, and ideally versed in securitization and credit financing products such as ABS, CLOs, TRS and Commercial Real Estate, etc.
Background on core credit analysis and underwriting for large corporate and finance industries and awareness of risks and controls associated with credit approvals
Strong organizational skills with ability and willingness to work under pressure and manages time and priorities effectively with little supervision
Evolving interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and exert influence with and without direct authority
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely to audiences of varying levels of seniority
Ideally, experience in preparing presentations for senior stakeholders
Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) skills

Job Responsibility

Support the QA Head of Real Estate and Structured Credit Underwriting in discussions to define the Quality Assurance function and Reviews across ICM coverage universe
Provide effective credible challenge during QARs to Business Region Heads and Portfolio Managers, with respect to credit memorandums and associated process quality to ensure that weaknesses in such processes are identified and escalated as appropriate
Provide support to ensure wholesale credit risks within Citi are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled, consistent with the bank’s risk appetite and all policies and processes established within the risk governance framework
Under the supervision of the Quality Assurance Head – Real Estate and Structured Credit Underwriting, support the execution of the following: Consistent and objective assessments during QARs and subsequent follow-up on corrective actions that were raised during QARs
Sustainability testing of corrective actions resulting from issues raised by Internal Audit or Regulators
Synthesis and preparation of Quality Assurance Reports to ICM business management that communicate and measure results and identify negative trends and potential solutions
Support the In-Business QA function in the establishment of WCR IBQA policies, procedures, risk assessment and controls to drive effective QA coverage and standards
Support the QA Head of Real Estate and Structured Credit Underwriting to stay abreast of relevant changes to rules/regulations and other industry news including regulatory findings
Support the Global Head of WCR In-Business QA on internal projects and initiatives
Support ICM Voice of the Employee (VOE) initiatives

Fulltime

Senior Wordings Counsel

We’re supporting a leading City insurer in their search for a Senior Wordings Co...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

150000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

England & Wales qualified practising solicitor (or equivalent)
Proven experience working in an underwriting, broking, or legal environment
Strong knowledge of commercial and SME insurance products across multiple lines of business
Understanding of regulatory product governance requirements relating to the creation and management of insurance products, including policy wordings and associated documentation
Professional, customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering positive customer outcomes
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Capacity to contribute constructively to product design and specification for both new and existing business
Strong organisational skills, with effective time management and administrative abilities
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills

Job Responsibility

Lead the design, technical content, and final production of insurance documentation including Policy Wordings, Evidence of Cover documents, Certificates of Insurance and Reinsurance, IPIDs, Proposal Forms, and promotional/marketing brochures
Draft or approve documentation across a wide range of insurance products
Provide expert advice and support to underwriters on all matters relating to policy wordings, ensuring adherence to internal protocols and best practice
Maintain a comprehensive library of wordings for underwriter use
Act as a key member of the Product Oversight Group, providing wordings advice and support for SME products
Develop and maintain clear, concise wordings tailored to SME customers
Build strong working relationships with underwriters, brokers, coverholders, and internal stakeholders
Share market and regulatory guidance regarding policy wordings and exclusionary language with internal teams
Support compliance, delegated authority, and underwriting management functions in drafting insurance-specific agreements and documents, including binding authority agreements
Deliver training for staff on wordings and product-related matters when required

Fulltime

Senior Director, Industrial Development

Drives Greystar’s industrial growth strategy across the West Coast by identifyin...

Location

United States , Newport Beach; San Francisco

Salary:

200000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Greystar Real Estate Partners LLC

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10–12+ years in industrial land acquisition, industrial real estate investment, development, or capital markets roles
Proven ability to source and evaluate development land, value-add assets, and core stabilized industrial assets
Strong financial modeling and underwriting capabilities across multiple investment profiles (development, value-add, core)
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Economics, Architecture, or related field (MBA preferred)
Experience managing due diligence processes for both development sites and operating industrial buildings
Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and uncover off-market opportunities
Ability to operate with speed, precision, and strategic judgment in competitive markets

Job Responsibility

Drives Greystar’s industrial growth strategy across the West Coast by identifying, sourcing, and securing land suitable for future development as well as selective value-add and core industrial investment opportunities
Builds and maintains a robust pipeline of both development-ready land and stabilized or near-stabilized assets that align with Greystar’s industrial investment strategy
Leads all pre-acquisition activities for development land—including underwriting, market intelligence, due diligence oversight, and Investment Committee documentation—while also evaluating existing industrial assets that meet return, risk, and portfolio diversification targets
Source and evaluate industrial land acquisition targets, value-add opportunities (lease-up, repositioning, capital improvements), and core industrial assets across the West Coast
Build an investment pipeline through broker relationships, direct outreach, off-market pursuits, and partnerships with landowners, developers, and owners of stabilized assets
Maintain a forward-looking understanding of industrial market dynamics—including tenant demand, capital markets, zoning shifts, political activity, and logistics patterns—to proactively identify both development and investment opportunities
Issue LOIs and negotiate purchase and sale agreements for land and existing buildings, structuring deal terms to maximize return and minimize risk
Represent Greystar with brokers, land sellers, asset owners, municipalities, and capital partners to strengthen Greystar’s competitiveness and regional presence
Perform financial modeling, market analysis, leasing projections, and asset-level return scenarios for both development sites and existing industrial assets to determine feasibility and strategic fit
Evaluate value-add opportunities by analyzing capex plans, rent growth assumptions, market comps, and lease-up timelines

What we offer

Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability & Life insurance benefits. Low (free basic) employee Medical costs for employee-only coverage
costs discounted after 3 and 5 years of service
Generous Paid Time off. All new hires start with 15 days of vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays. Plus your birthday off after 1 year of service! Additional vacation accrued with tenure
For onsite team members, onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities are available subject to discount and unit availability
6-Week Paid Sabbatical after 10 years of service (and every 5 years thereafter)
401(k) with Company Match up to 6% of pay after 6 months of service
Paid Parental Leave and lifetime Fertility Benefit reimbursement up to $10,000 (includes adoption or surrogacy)
Employee Assistance Program
Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Legal Plans
Charitable giving program and benefits

Fulltime

Senior Construction Underwriter

Lawes Consulting Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Leeds

Category:
Insurance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 28, 2026

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