Senior P&C Underwriter – Existing Business

Senior P&C Underwriter – Existing Business

Salary: Circa £55k + Benefits

Location: Chelmsford (Hybrid Working Available)

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Property & Casualty Underwriter to join our Underwriting Team, focusing on Existing Business.

This is a key role responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of commercial risks, strengthening broker relationships, and driving profitable retention. You’ll play an important part in maintaining underwriting discipline while delivering a competitive and service-led proposition.

While the role offers hybrid working, there may be occasional travel depending on business needs.

The Role

As a Senior P&C Underwriter – Existing Business, you will:

• Manage and retain a portfolio of complex commercial Property & Casualty risks.
• Deliver profitable underwriting decisions aligned to appetite and strategy.
• Conduct broker portfolio reviews to drive retention and rate improvement.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted broker relationships.
• Provide technical referral support and guidance to colleagues.
• Support renewal negotiations to secure sustainable, profitable outcomes.
• Maintain accurate audit trails and ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Stay informed on market trends, legislation, and competitor activity.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5 years’ experience underwriting complex commercial P&C risks.
• Strong experience managing existing business portfolios.
• Proven ability to deliver retention and profitability targets.
• Excellent broker relationship management skills.
• Commercially focused and decisive underwriting approach.
• Ability to operate independently while supporting wider team objectives.
• Dip CII qualified (or working towards).

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking underwriting environment where technical expertise, broker partnerships, and disciplined underwriting drive long-term success. You’ll be empowered to make decisions, influence portfolio performance, and contribute to sustainable growth.

Contact Expert:

Emily Doull-Reeves, Associate Director – Underwriting on 07889 672926

Email: admin@lawesgroup.co.uk