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Senior Development Underwriter

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Lawes Consulting Group

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United Kingdom , Bristol

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Salary:

65000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Are you an experienced underwriter seeking an exciting new opportunity? Our client, a leading and forward-thinking insurer, is looking for a Senior Development Underwriter to join their team. In this role, you will build strong relationships with brokers and client and drive sustainable growth through strategic underwriting.

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

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 24, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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