Financial Lines Underwriter

Location: Aldgate

Job Title:

Financial Lines Underwriter

Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Location:

London

PURPOSE OF

THE ROLE

Our client, a Specialty MGA, is seeking a Financial Lines Underwriter to support the continued growth of their financial lines portfolio. This role is suited to an established London Market Underwriter with a strong broker network and a hunter mentality, who thrives on meeting and engaging with brokers to generate new business.

You will be responsible for underwriting financial lines risks across D&O, FI and Cyber, building and maintaining broker relationships, and contributing to portfolio growth across a range of industry sectors including solicitors, accountants and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Underwrite financial lines risks across D&O, Financial Institutions and Cyber, covering both new business and renewals in line with underwriting appetite

Develop and grow a profitable portfolio across a range of industry sectors

Build and maintain strong broker relationships to support new business generation and retention

Independently assess, rate and price risks in a timely and commercially sound manner

Ensure underwriting decisions align with internal guidelines and regulatory requirements

Produce accurate and compliant underwriting documentation

Contribute to portfolio strategy, product development and market growth initiatives

Maintain high service standards to support broker satisfaction and retention

Ensure fair customer outcomes in line with regulatory expectations

Carry out any additional duties as required

DAY TO DAY

Review and assess incoming submissions within agreed service levels

Liaise with brokers to negotiate terms and provide technical underwriting guidance

Manage a portfolio of business, including renewals and mid-term adjustments

Build relationships through regular broker interaction, both in-person and virtually

Maintain accurate records across underwriting systems and documentation

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support underwriting strategy and growth

Ensure all underwriting activity remains compliant with internal and market standards
EXPERIENCE

Minimum 5+ years' underwriting experience within the London Market

Proven experience underwriting financial lines risks (D&O, FI, Cyber)

Open to candidates with exposure across various industry sectors including professional services

Experience or exposure to international markets advantageous

Strong broker relationships and demonstrable ability to generate new business

Ability to manage and grow a portfolio profitably

Strong analytical and decision-making capability

SKILLS

Hunter mentality with a proactive, business development-focused approach

Excellent relationship management and communication skills, with a genuine enjoyment of broker engagement

Ability to assess complex risks and make sound underwriting decisions

Strong organisational and time management skills

Professional and confident approach when dealing with brokers and clients

Ability to contribute to portfolio growth and strategic initiatives

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

Progress towards or completion of ACII / FCII desirable

Relevant underwriting experience within financial lines insurance

Commitment to ongoing professional development

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does, please contact us now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Louis Gibbs – Senior Consultant – London Market  (phone number removed)