Development Underwriter (Home Based)

Role: Development Underwriter – Commercial Lines (Home Based)

Location: Scotland (home based)

Salary: to £65,000 DOE + excellent benefits package

ROLE OVERVIEW

A leading insurance organisation is seeking an experienced Development Underwriter to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys building strong broker relationships and delivering high‑quality underwriting service within the SME sector.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of new business, with a strong emphasis on service, trading and broker engagement. This position suits someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is confident making underwriting decisions within delegated authority.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviewing and underwriting new business quotations across a range of commercial products, ensuring alignment with underwriting appetite and service level agreements
• Handling queries efficiently and professionally to support brokers and internal teams
• Maintaining regular communication with Business Development Managers to strengthen broker relationships
• Acting as a referral point for colleagues with lower underwriting authority
• Collaborating closely with the wider team to ensure work is completed within agreed SLAs and service standards
• Responding to broker calls in a professional, friendly and solutions‑focused manner
• Operating within delegated underwriting authority and following internal guidelines, escalating where appropriate
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and contribute to wider business goals.
• Ensuring compliance with Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) and all regulatory expectations

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Essential Criteria 

• Self‑motivated with strong influencing and relationship‑building skills
• Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively
• Organised and detail‑focused, ensuring processes and procedures are followed
• Able to perform under pressure and manage competing priorities
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a proactive approach
• Minimum 2 years’ underwriting experience within commercial insurance (property/casualty)
• Cert CII or working towards ACII

Desirable

• Experience within a similar delegated authority environment
• Advanced progression toward ACII preferred
• Additional Requirements
• A positive, professional attitude when dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• Reliable and dependable work ethic
• Commitment to upholding company values and contributing to a strong market reputation

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Private healthcare
• Generous pension scheme
• Excellent career development opportunities

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07458 162 859 or email us at admin@lawesgroup.co.uk