Assistant UW - W&I

We're working with a growing specialist MGA looking to hire an Assistant Underwriter into their W&I team. This is a great opportunity for someone with 1-3 years' insurance experience who wants to build a career within transactional risk and work closely with experienced underwriters in a growing, entrepreneurial business.

Core responsibilities:

• Support the underwriting of W&I and other transactional risk opportunities.


• Review and analyse insurance submissions, legal documentation and due diligence information.


• Assist with risk assessment, policy analysis, pricing and the preparation of underwriting recommendations.


• Work closely with brokers, clients, solicitors and other stakeholders throughout the underwriting process.


• Develop strong relationships with brokers and distribution partners.


• Support senior underwriters with portfolio management and ongoing risk assessment.


• Contribute to the development of underwriting processes, documentation and best practice.


• Maintain a strong understanding of W&I market trends and emerging risks.


• Ensure underwriting decisions are made in line with the company's appetite and governance framework.


• Take ownership of tasks and contribute to the wider development of the business.

What they're looking for:

• 1-3 years' experience within insurance


• W&I, Title, Legal Indemnity, Cyber or D&O class experience


• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills


• Experience within a smaller MGA, insurer or underwriting agency would be advantageous