Trading Underwriter

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brown & Brown Insurance Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

The Trading Underwriter is responsible for real estate underwriting, in a cost-effective manner and in accordance with statutory and company requirements/guidelines to ensure profitability and business targets are met.

They are also responsible for achieving both New Business and Renewal GWP and Income budgets. Building new and maintaining existing relationships with our Brokers and partners to maximise conversion and retention whilst maintaining profitability.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Underwrite new business and renewal cases in accordance with the internal underwriting guide and authority awarded
  • Trade with Brokers to maximise conversion and retention
  • Manage the day to day handling of Renewal/Existing and New Business
  • Carry out underwriting file reviews and feedback
  • Contribute to drive income, conversion and retention and meet associated objectives Support the development of new products
  • Perform other duties from time to time as determined by the management
  • Deal with incoming enquiries from clients, insurers and other third parties in a professional and timely manner
  • To underwrite taking all necessary care to protect the interest of our capacity providers
  • Carry out macro underwriting tasks as required

Skill Required:

  • Key underwriting team role
  • Display excellent sales and trading behaviours
  • Ability to work as a team and follow the culture and values of Plum Underwriting through appropriate behaviour and actions as detailed in the Core Business and Professional Behaviours section of this job description
  • Strive for excellence in service delivery to all our brokers
  • Excellent numerical, analytical and planning skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.

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