Senior Construction Underwriter
- London
- £75,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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
- Monitor the performance of the portfolio, adjusting approach where necessary
- Share insights and collaborate with team members to support collective goals
- 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