Technical Underwriting Manager Job at The Emerald Group Ltd, Search and Selection (York / Bristol)

Technical Engineering Specialist (Underwriting)

We are pleased to offer, on behalf of our client, an opportunity for an experien...

Location

United Kingdom , Warwickshire

Salary:

60000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive experience in underwriting or brokering Engineering Breakdown Insurance
Technically proficient
Strong relationship-building skills
Strategic thinker with project management experience, ideally in a head office role
Deep knowledge of the Engineering Insurance market
Skilled negotiator and collaborator
Effective communicator
High data literacy, with ability to derive insights from data

Job Responsibility

Collaborating with the Propositions department and key stakeholders to set growth targets and define risk appetite
Converting underwriting appetite into practical rules, processes, and communications for their agents and Underwriters to optimize sales performance
Providing expert judgment on risk rates using deep insurance and market knowledge
Analysing management information to enhance our underwriting strategy and meet business needs

Fulltime

Underwriter Manager

Our client’s Binder Management division seeks a skilled people manager to step i...

Location

United Kingdom , Surrey

Salary:

55000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

skilled people manager
experience in underwriting
knowledge of Private Client Delegated Authority Agreements
ability to lead a team
compliance monitoring and auditing experience
recruitment and training experience
technical, legal, and market knowledge

Job Responsibility

day-to-day servicing, growth, and compliance of Private Client DAA
lead the team
administer tasks in accordance with insurer procedures
process, record, and confirm instructions
authorize documentation
provide weekly updates and management information
identify under-insurance and potential gaps in client cover
adhere to regulatory requirements
maintain positive relationships
conduct compliance monitoring and auditing

What we offer

minimum of 25 days of holiday
bank holidays
option to ‘purchase’ an additional 5 days
defined contribution pension scheme
life insurance coverage
income protection
health cash plan
employee stock purchase plan
share incentive plan
critical illness cover

Fulltime

Property Underwriting Manager

Partnering with a well-regarded insurance company, we are searching for a Proper...

Location

United Kingdom , Essex

Salary:

60000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong background in Property Underwriting, with proven leadership experience
Candidates with experience as a Property Broking Manager will also be considered
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent sales, negotiation, and analytical abilities
Proficiency in IT and underwriting systems

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage a Property team of 7, providing strategic direction and support
Provide leadership to Senior Technical and Senior Development Underwriters
Analyse Management Information (MI) and pricing data to develop profitability strategies
Support the claims function with underwriting referrals
Prepare reports for carriers and represent the company at carrier meetings
Identify opportunities to improve underwriting trading processes
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners

Fulltime

Property & Casualty Underwriting Manager

To support the CUO and Portfolio Director with underwriting expertise to help bu...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

55000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ACII or progress towards
Technical underwriting experience in either Property or casualty insurance
Experience gained from an insurance company background in an underwriting role
Some experience of working within a portfolio team would be of benefit
Some knowledge of delegating underwriting would be of benefit
Understanding of underwriting calculations – loss ratio, ultimate loss ratios, combined ratios, accident year and underwriting year basis of calculation
Ability to analyse data and trends and draw conclusions from key data sets
Strong working knowledge of excel and powerpoint
Solutions focused underwriter
Profit and growth approach

Job Responsibility

Attend insurer meetings -both formal and ad hoc -and produce or provide inputs to those meetings as required and work with the MGA to implement agreed underwriting and pricing strategy
Analyse data and provide key findings and recommendations
Monitor loss ratio targets by binder and recommend corrective action
Build underwriting plans for finalising and approval within the MGU and with insurers
Work closely with the business teams and technical managers to understand performance issues
Provide impact analysis of proposed portfolio changes
Model and present adhoc data for capacity partners and support the selection and securing of new capacity partners
Support the MGU in areas where a consistent approach to underwriting best practice needs designing and implementing
Liaise with technical managers to develop best practice and a systematic approach to technical underwriting eg technical peer review, licence frameworks, training and development frameworks
Monitor adherence to appropriate underwriting standards

What we offer

Competitive holiday allowance with the annual option to buy additional days
Death in Service benefit of x4 salary
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave packages
A flexible benefits package which allows you to add additional benefits to your overall package
Our benefits portal offers discounts on technology & electronics, cinemas, restaurants, days out, mortgage advice, travel and many more
Discounted rates on company products

Fulltime

Small Commercial Underwriting Manager

BHSI has an exciting opportunity for an Underwriting Manager to join our Excess ...

Location

United States , Atlanta, GA/Boston, MA/Chicago, IL/New York, NY

Salary:

130000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8 years of minimum prior Small Commercial insurance experience with an insurance carrier or insurance broking firm
Technical underwriting skill set with expertise in property and casualty
Experience and understanding of policy forms
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent analytical and organizational skills

Job Responsibility

Support the build-out and profitable growth of the Excess & Surplus Lines Small Commercial book of business
Actively manage the evaluation, selection, and pricing of small commercial accounts
Proactively interact and maintain relationships with distribution partners and intermediaries
Assist with the development of underwriting appetite, guidelines, and policy forms for expansion opportunities
Be a positive reflection on the company by demonstrating integrity and leadership in the marketplace

What we offer

Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
Life Insurance (for you and your family)
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Reimbursement Account
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement

Fulltime

Technical Underwriter

We are seeking a skilled Technical Underwriter to join a leading insurance firm....

Location

United Kingdom , Essex

Salary:

35000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
Clear communication and negotiation skills
Ability to interpret data and market trends
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
Experience with underwriting software and digital tools
Knowledge of underwriting principles, regulations, and market trends
Experience working with brokers and clients to tailor underwriting solutions
Familiarity with digital underwriting tools and data-driven decision-making

Job Responsibility

Review and underwrite complex risks following company guidelines
Analyse data and market trends to create competitive underwriting solutions
Work closely with brokers, clients, and internal teams to manage risk placement
Stay up to date with industry regulations and best practices
Help develop underwriting guidelines and contribute to product improvements
Provide technical support to junior underwriters and colleagues

Fulltime

Business Development Manager (Insurance Underwriting)

Business Development Manager role in Insurance Underwriting with a focus on deve...

Location

United Kingdom , Scotland

Salary:

40000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years’ experience within a commercial insurance sales environment
Strong relationships within Scottish broker sector
Technical underwriting knowledge – SME/mid size risks – commercial property, EL, PL, motor, business interruption, etc.
Proven track record of working to sales targets
Understand general and legal principles of insurance
Full UK driving licence
Understand the relevant regulatory and legal frameworks
Customer focused approach
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Able to work independently and use initiative

Job Responsibility

Develop relationships with new and existing brokers
Undertake reviews to identify areas for improvement and agree actions to optimise profitability
Offer advice on various classes of commercial insurance risks including property, liabilities, motor, etc.
Plan, forecast and targets to achieve the strategic business plan
Liase closely with management and company underwriters
Identify new business and sales opportunities
Attend network events
Seeking broker and market feedback

What we offer

Competitive salary
Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays
Realistic opportunity for career progression
Pension scheme
Competitive bonus
Mileage allowance
Assistance with professional qualifications

Fulltime

Insurer Partnerships Manager

The Partnerships team holds responsibility for overseeing, managing, and advanci...

Location

United Kingdom , South Wales

Salary:

50000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficient in rapidly establishing rapport, forging trusted connections with stakeholders internally and externally across all levels
Brings a wealth of experience in partnership management within global MGA/Delegated Authority frameworks, whether as an intermediary or carrier, preferably within the realm of general insurance
Demonstrates expertise in owning and supervising delegated authority activities, including technical performance, claims management, underwriting, processing, governance, and reporting
Possesses sound knowledge of key risk management and general insurance principles
Skilled in negotiation and persuasion, able to make decisive decisions under pressure
Exhibits excellent verbal and written communication skills
Approaches problem-solving with pragmatism and rationality, paying meticulous attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Possession of formal insurance qualifications (e.g., DipCI, CertCI) is highly desirable

Job Responsibility

Be recognised as the foremost representative of the company, and a certified senior manager overseeing their panel of carrier partners
Spearhead the formulation and implementation of strategies to allocate premiums among carriers
Ensure the ongoing satisfaction of each carrier with the technical, financial, and operational performance of their partnership
Lead regular steering and review meetings to secure buy-in and, when necessary, persuade carriers to support their endeavours in achieving their commercial goals
Ensure the maintenance of existing underwriting capacity and, whenever feasible, its expansion to support our clients’ corporate objectives
Supervise the timely renewal of Delegated Authority Agreements (DAA) contracts
Lead initiatives aimed at augmenting underwriting capacity to encompass new products or markets
Take ownership of and supervise all processes associated with onboarding new carriers
Exercise oversight and assume ultimate responsibility for ensuring that all activities under delegated authority, including carrier processing, underwriting and technical outcomes, claims management, document issuance, and complaint handling, are conducted in accordance with the terms of their DAA contracts
Lead or facilitate scheduled or ad-hoc audits of carriers

Fulltime

Technical Underwriting Manager

The Emerald Group Ltd, Search and Selection

Location:
United Kingdom , York / Bristol

Category:
Insurance

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
January 18, 2026

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