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

Underwriting Business Development Manager

About the role. You will: Own the Underwriting Competency’s market success: Deve...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

Not provided

Sollers Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven track record in underwriting or underwriting-related solution sales: Hands-on experience in introducing or selling underwriting platforms or services to large organizations
At least 3 years in Business Development or Sales roles in IT/Insurance: Experience driving sales results, ideally within the insurance industry or related sectors
Experience with underwriting platforms and analytics: Familiarity with software solutions and platforms (e.g., underwriting workbenches, pricing engines, process automation platforms, policy admin systems)
Technical understanding of underwriting tools and market trends: Ability to discuss technical aspects with stakeholders and remain current on emerging technologies in underwriting
Strong business case development skills: Capable of translating underwriting improvements into tangible ROI and efficiency gains for clients
Familiarity with enterprise architecture: Understanding how underwriting solutions integrate within large-scale, distributed systems
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: Able to effectively engage and inspire both technical and non-technical audiences
Analytical and problem-solving capabilities: Adept at diagnosing issues in underwriting workflows and proposing actionable improvements
Team-oriented mindset: Experience working collaboratively in a Product Team environment, as well as the capacity to work independently
Proactive attitude: Willingness to take initiative, adapt, and operate in a fast-paced, evolving landscape

Job Responsibility

Own the Underwriting Competency’s market success: Develop, execute, and monitor strategic initiatives to ensure the adoption and profitability of our underwriting solutions offering
Define core positioning and messaging: Shape how we communicate the value of our underwriting offerings to internal and external stakeholders
Build and maintain a sales pipeline: Identify and pursue new business opportunities – both with existing and prospective clients – to grow our footprint in underwriting solutions
Establish and manage partnerships: Collaborate with external third parties and evaluate potential alliances or licensing opportunities to enhance our underwriting portfolio
Act as a trusted advisor: Provide expert guidance on underwriting related IT projects for financial institutions, ensuring best practices and efficient processes
Serve as a knowledge authority: Offer leadership and insight on underwriting methodologies, tools, and industry trends that shape modern underwriting processes
Participate in agile project teams: Work closely with international clients throughout the development lifecycle, applying agile principles to deliver robust underwriting solutions
Collaborate with internal competences: Join forces with other internal teams (e.g., Process Automation, Data, Cloud) to build synergy and create integrated solutions for our clients
Engage directly with clients: Actively contribute as part of an agile project team, ensuring client satisfaction and solution alignment with business needs

What we offer

Flexible working hours and a hybrid home office model (2-3 times per week in the office) as work-life balance is crucial at Sollers
A chance to be promoted twice a year and a clearly defined career path with salary forecast
Opportunities for growth with a training budget that you can use for courses and conferences. We also provide access to an online training platform and co-fund language classes
An internal coach to guide you through the onboarding, further training and career opportunities, plus a budget to be used for your lunches together
A chance to #domore for the planet and the community as part of Sollers Change Makers – our volunteering program
Lots of teambuilding activities, trips, hobby groups and cultural events to create a company powered by teamwork

Fulltime

Regional Development Underwriter

Due to growth and expansion within their commercial offering, this well regarded...

Location

United Kingdom , Kent; Essex; South East

Salary:

45000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong Property & Liability/commercial underwriting experience, particularly within the mid-market segment
Development underwriting experience is desirable
Track record of successfully cultivating and managing relationships
Strong communicator and excellent diary management
Dip CII or equivalent qualification is also desirable

Job Responsibility

Underwriting mid-market commercial products on a new business basis
Developing and maintaining broker relationships
Ensuring panel/regional growth
Responsible for new business pipelines and attend client visits
Leveraging market expertise to adopt a comprehensive underwriting approach
Identifying new mid-market sectors and enhancing business propositions
Contributing to the identification and acquisition of new business
Driving growth in gross written premiums across mid-market commercial and Property & Liability
Key point for contacts handling referrals, strategy and risk appetite

What we offer

Car allowance

Fulltime

Underwriting Business Development Manager

About the role. You will: Own the Underwriting Competency’s market success, defi...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Sollers Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven track record in underwriting or underwriting-related solution sales
At least 3 years in Business Development or Sales roles in IT/Insurance
Experience with underwriting platforms and analytics
Technical understanding of underwriting tools and market trends
Strong business case development skills
Familiarity with enterprise architecture
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Team-oriented mindset
Proactive attitude

Job Responsibility

Own the Underwriting Competency’s market success
Define core positioning and messaging
Build and maintain a sales pipeline
Establish and manage partnerships
Act as a trusted advisor
Serve as a knowledge authority
Participate in agile project teams
Collaborate with internal competences
Engage directly with clients

What we offer

Flexible working hours and a hybrid home office model (2-3 times per week in the office)
A chance to be promoted twice a year and a clearly defined career path with salary forecast
Opportunities for growth with a training budget
Access to an online training platform and co-fund language classes
An internal coach to guide you
A chance to #domore for the planet and the community as part of Sollers Change Makers
Lots of teambuilding activities, trips, hobby groups and cultural events

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

Commercial Development Underwriter

Delivery of budget by securing conversion through high quality lead to quote rat...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

50000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 4 years Underwriting experience with a strong ability to forge good relationships and manage stakeholders
A successful track record of high conversion rates through strong trading methods

Job Responsibility

Underwriting of new business, by producing terms and converting business
To develop high quality relationships with Brokers by undertaking frequent Broker visits
To develop trading methods to secure high conversion through successful lead to quote rates
To comply with Binder, procedures and underwriting authority levels
To achieve personal and business objectives
Ensure service standards are achieved
Work collaboratively with other parts of the organisation
To take responsibility for complaints ensuring that the company procedures are adhered to
To undertake training in line with agreed objectives and keep up-to-date with technical, legal and market developments
The jobholder will be responsible for adhering to all the Group’s procedures and policies in relation to the identification and management of potential conflicts of interest and for the fair treatment of customers

Fulltime

Regional Development Underwriter – North West

Due to growth and expansion within their commercial offering, this well regarded...

Location

United Kingdom , Homebased

Salary:

45000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong Property & Liability/commercial underwriting experience, particularly within the mid-market segment is essential
Development underwriting experience is desirable
Track record of successfully cultivating and managing relationships
Strong communicator and excellent diary management
Possessing a Dip CII or equivalent qualification is also desirable

Job Responsibility

You will be responsible for new business pipelines and attend client visits as needed, taking on the responsibility of underwriting your own caseload
Leveraging your market expertise, you’ll adopt a comprehensive underwriting approach, collaborating with cross-divisional teams
Your role will involve identifying new mid-market sectors and enhancing business propositions
Contribute to the identification and acquisition of new business, driving growth in gross written premiums across mid-market commercial and Property & Liability
Key point for contacts handling referrals, strategy and risk appetite

Fulltime

Senior Development Underwriter – PI

Our client is seeking a candidate who has a deep understanding of the Profession...

Location

United Kingdom , Glasgow; Manchester; York

Salary:

80000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A strong grasp of Professional Indemnity and the ability to underwrite larger, more intricate risks effectively
Comprehensive understanding of the insurance market, industry dynamics, competitors, brokers, and factors influencing market conditions, including soft/hard markets
Preferably ACII qualified or possessing relevant experience that exempts from ACII through FCA guidelines
Outstanding skills in relationship management and sales
Takes the lead on underwriting and sales visits to major clients and prospects
Serves as the primary referral point for larger, more complex cases
Provides coaching and mentorship to less experienced underwriters, focusing on enhancing their underwriting and sales abilities

Job Responsibility

Establishing yourself as a respected underwriter in the region, building strong relationships with brokers
Championing PI in the Northern Region, including providing necessary training to local underwriters and brokers
Coaching less experienced underwriters to enhance their product knowledge and sales skills
Consistently underwriting larger, complex cases profitably
Leading the development and execution of the local underwriting strategy alongside Branch and Regional Underwriting Managers
Taking the lead on underwriting complex risks in your specialised area
Conducting underwriting and sales visits to larger clients and prospects
Ensuring the region meets retention rate targets by personally handling some cases
Increasing submission and conversion rates through targeted client prospecting
Keeping abreast of market shifts and new product launches to stay competitive

What we offer

Bonus

Fulltime

Development Underwriter

Lawes Consulting Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Birmingham

Category:
Insurance

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
March 27, 2025

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