Lead Trading Underwriter - Real Estate

Location: London

Purpose of Role

Lawes are partnering with a top-tier insurance firm, seeking a Lead Trading Underwriter to join one of their specialist underwriting teams. You'll drive profitable growth, primarily Mid-Market, in the real estate segment.

Responsibilities

• Profitably and consistently underwrite both new and existing business


• Build and maintain strong trading relationships with a panel of brokers


• Generate profitable business from the assigned broker panel


• Lead meetings, presentations, and tender responses with brokers and clients


• Mentor, train, and develop Senior Underwriters


• Serve as the referral point for Senior Underwriters within the team


• Oversee and review underwriting standards and licensing within the team


• Champion and implement the business strategy and product offerings

Experience

• Extensive London Market property/real estate underwriting experience


• Strong negotiation and sales expertise


• Proven experience in managing large cases and portfolios within the real estate sector


• Familiarity with key stakeholders in the London Market real estate industry


• Well-developed networking and relationship-building abilities


• In-depth understanding of legislative and regulatory requirements in insurance


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills


• Ability to thrive in a target-oriented environment

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