Lawes Insurance Recruitment
Senior Regional Underwriter
Lawes Insurance Recruitment, Bristol, Virginia, United States, 24202
We are working on behalf of a well-established insurance provider to appoint a Senior Regional Underwriter to their regional team based in Bristol.
This is a key hire aimed at strengthening underwriting capability across the region, with a specific focus on Property and Liability products. The role plays a vital part in driving profitable growth, enhancing broker relationships, and supporting the wider regional strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Build and manage long-term relationships with a defined broker panel to drive new and profitable business Underwrite complex and high-value risks, maintaining high standards of technical accuracy and governance Support the development and execution of the regional business plan through effective risk selection and pricing strategies Act as a technical referral point for junior underwriters, supporting capability development across the region Partner with the Regional Management team to shape and grow the distribution footprint, targeting strategic brokers and accounts Ensure compliance with internal underwriting standards and risk frameworks while remaining commercially agile DAY-TO-DAY
Engage regularly with brokers across the region to support new and existing business Review and assess complex underwriting submissions, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with risk appetite Liaise with brokers on live cases, providing guidance and negotiating terms Participate in regional strategy meetings, contributing insights to shape business direction Provide mentorship and support to junior underwriters, helping build team capability Combine independent decision-making with team collaboration and stakeholder interaction EXPERIENCE
Proven background in underwriting within the commercial insurance market, ideally with a focus on Commercial products Experience working with regional broker networks and delivering underwriting results in line with financial targets Strong track record of underwriting complex and non-standard risks, with demonstrable commercial awareness Previous involvement in supporting or mentoring junior underwriting staff is desirable SKILLS
Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with a commercial mindset Excellent relationship-building capabilities and broker engagement experience Confident, considered decision-maker with sound risk assessment skills Technically proficient, with a clear understanding of governance, risk, and underwriting standards Adaptable, proactive, and customer-focused, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on
07889672926
or email us at admin@lawesgroup.co.uk
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Build and manage long-term relationships with a defined broker panel to drive new and profitable business Underwrite complex and high-value risks, maintaining high standards of technical accuracy and governance Support the development and execution of the regional business plan through effective risk selection and pricing strategies Act as a technical referral point for junior underwriters, supporting capability development across the region Partner with the Regional Management team to shape and grow the distribution footprint, targeting strategic brokers and accounts Ensure compliance with internal underwriting standards and risk frameworks while remaining commercially agile DAY-TO-DAY
Engage regularly with brokers across the region to support new and existing business Review and assess complex underwriting submissions, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with risk appetite Liaise with brokers on live cases, providing guidance and negotiating terms Participate in regional strategy meetings, contributing insights to shape business direction Provide mentorship and support to junior underwriters, helping build team capability Combine independent decision-making with team collaboration and stakeholder interaction EXPERIENCE
Proven background in underwriting within the commercial insurance market, ideally with a focus on Commercial products Experience working with regional broker networks and delivering underwriting results in line with financial targets Strong track record of underwriting complex and non-standard risks, with demonstrable commercial awareness Previous involvement in supporting or mentoring junior underwriting staff is desirable SKILLS
Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with a commercial mindset Excellent relationship-building capabilities and broker engagement experience Confident, considered decision-maker with sound risk assessment skills Technically proficient, with a clear understanding of governance, risk, and underwriting standards Adaptable, proactive, and customer-focused, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on
07889672926
or email us at admin@lawesgroup.co.uk
#J-18808-Ljbffr