Casualty Underwtiter

Casualty Underwriter – Birmingham

Location: Birmingham
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: 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 07889 672926
admin@lawesgroup.co.uk