Lead Technical Underwriter - Liability

Lawes Consulting Group

  • Berkshire
  • £65,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
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Job title: Lead Technnical Underwriter- LiabilitySalary: £65,000Location: Berkshire or Remote with occasional office travelPURPOSE OF ROLELawes is recruiting on behalf of a client seeking a seasoned Lead Technical Underwriter with expertise in Liability. This role will define and lead underwriting strategy, governance, and technical standards, ensuring profitability, competitiveness, and regulatory compliance across the Liability portfolio.RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Set and manage technical strategy, underwriting frameworks, and guidelines for the Liability line
  • Serve as lead referral point for complex Liability risks, providing authoritative guidance
  • Propose and implement pricing models, product changes, and underwriting criteria to support commercial objectives
  • Monitor portfolio trends and recommend actions to optimise performance
  • Maintain awareness of market conditions, regulatory changes, and competitor activity to inform underwriting decisions
  • Establish and enforce underwriting controls, procedures, and authority levels
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders to shape product and solution development
  • Deliver technical training and support internal knowledge-sharing initiatives
  • Lead and contribute to key underwriting projects and process improvements
  • Build strong working relationships with internal departments and broker networks
  • Provide cover for senior leaders when required
DAY-TO-DAY
  • Advise and support underwriters with technical guidance on Liability risks
  • Assess and approve high-value and complex cases
  • Track and report on portfolio performance, advising on underwriting improvements
  • Work with cross-functional teams on product development and enhancement
  • Ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards
  • Lead training sessions and provide mentoring
  • Contribute to drafting and refining underwriting policies and governance documents
EXPERIENCE
  • Significant Liability underwriting experience, including technical governance and pricing

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