Construction Underwriter
Location: South Essex | Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in office) | Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time | Salary: £50,000
We're looking for an experienced Construction Underwriter to join our team in South Essex. This is a hybrid working role with 3 days working from the office.
If you have experience working on Liability and CAR (Contractors' All Risks) renewals, you thrive in a dynamic trading environment, and enjoy building strong broker relationships, then we want to hear from you.
What you will do as an Underwriter:
- Underwrite and administer risks across new business, renewals and midterm adjustments within Delegated Underwriting Authority limits.
- Produce accurate, compliant documentation across all stages of the underwriting process.
- Demonstrate proactive follow-up on risks and maintain a high standard of technical decision-making.
- Develop and enhance your technical skills, continuously progressing your underwriting licence and product knowledge.
- Deliver high-quality underwriting in line with Quality Control framework standards.
- Trade confidently and effectively to meet productivity goals.
- Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
- Contribute positively to ongoing business development, growth, and change initiatives.
- Ensure all activities meet business standards, service standards, and regulatory requirements.
What we are looking for in an Underwriter:
We are specifically seeking a Construction experienced Underwriter. Ideally, you will bring:
- Cert CII (preferred)
- A comprehensive level of specialist market and product knowledge
- A solid understanding of the legal and regulatory insurance landscape
- Confident communication and relationship-building skills
- A proactive approach, with the ability to balance technical accuracy and commercial decision-making
To apply or find out more, please contact:
Richard Chalmers 📧 richard.chalmers@lawesgroup.co.uk 📞 07458 162840