Senior Underwriter – Professional Indemnity

Senior Professional Indemnity Underwriter

UK | Remote / Flexible | Travel Required

Circa £80k

A specialist UK insurer is seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter to join their Specialty Professional Indemnity team. This is a strategic, market-facing role with the opportunity to manage a profitable portfolio and contribute to the team’s growth and direction. The role is remote-based anywhere in the UK, with travel to clients and London as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Underwrite complex Professional Indemnity and specialty lines risks with technical and commercial precision
• Develop and grow broker relationships across the UK, converting opportunities into profitable business
• Manage a PI portfolio, balancing risk selection with trading strategy
• Mentor junior underwriters and act as a technical reference
• Contribute to strategic planning, process improvements, and team initiatives

Essential Criteria:

• Proven UK Professional Indemnity or specialty lines underwriting experience
• Track record of profitable portfolio growth and broker development
• Strong technical knowledge, pricing, and risk assessment skills
• Confident in negotiation, trading, and business development
• Experience mentoring junior underwriters
• Strong communication and IT skills

Desirable:

• Professional qualifications (DIP CII or working towards)
• Experience across multiple commercial specialty lines
• Strategic account or portfolio management experience

Salary: Circa £80,000

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior underwriter looking for a strategic, autonomous role with exposure to complex Professional Indemnity risks and a collaborative UK-wide team.

Contact Expert:

Joe Cappalonga, Senior Consultant on 0203 727 2322

Email: admin@lawesgroup.co.uk