Casualty Underwtiter

Posted 1 day 12 hours ago by Lawes Consulting Group

£40,000 - £49,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Job Description

Casualty Underwriter - Birmingham

Location: BirminghamType: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Circa £50k, Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a skilled Casualty Underwriter to join a leading insurer's Property & Casualty team in Birmingham. This role focuses on managing a portfolio of accounts, supporting growth with brokers and clients, and delivering high-quality underwriting in line with company guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Goals

  • Underwrite new business and renewals according to defined guidelines and business plans.

Portfolio Management

  • Assist in managing the portfolio to achieve underwriting profitability and client satisfaction.
  • Contribute to portfolio reviews and quality control processes.

Product & Technical Development

  • Develop underwriting expertise in casualty and legal liability products.
  • Support product initiatives and contribute to improving client retention.

Client & Broker Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients.
  • Support cross-selling and retention initiatives.

Operational Excellence

  • Ensure compliance with internal processes and regulatory standards.
  • Prepare accurate policy documentation and maintain audit-ready records.

Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with colleagues, supporting junior team members where required.

Experience & Skills

  • Casualty or legal liability underwriting experience within the insurance market.
  • Understanding of portfolio management, risk assessment, and broker relationships.
  • Strong technical knowledge of casualty underwriting; multinational programme exposure is a plus.
  • Effective communication, organisation, and analytical skills.
  • ACII qualification desirable but not essential.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to grow technical casualty underwriting skills, manage a dynamic portfolio, and develop your career within a supportive team in Birmingham.

Contact:Emily Doull-Reeves, Associate Director - Underwriting on