About this role
Underwriter – London
Up to £60,000 depending on experience
Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid
Residential Property. Commercial Property. Underwriting. Client Management.
Pearson Whiffin Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Underwriter to join an established underwriting team based in London.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong knowledge of residential and commercial property law who is confident making underwriting decisions, managing client relationships and identifying opportunities to drive profitable growth.
The role will focus on underwriting residential and commercial assumptive-based risks within agreed authority levels, while developing existing and prospective client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the business. First Title - Underwriter
The Role
Working within the underwriting team, you'll be responsible for assessing risk, supporting product development, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring underwriting activity remains commercially effective and compliant.
Responsibilities will include:
Underwriting residential and commercial risks within agreed authority levelsMaking effective underwriting decisions to maximise profitabilityNegotiating terms and identifying commercially viable opportunitiesDeveloping relationships with prospective clientsMaintaining long-term, profitable relationships with existing clients and marketsMaximising opportunities with high-value and high-revenue client accountsProviding confident advice around policy coverage to internal and external stakeholdersReviewing product lines, schemes and client arrangements to identify opportunities for improved revenue and efficiencySupporting the ongoing review of residential product offeringsEnsuring documentation, pricing and processing standards remain commercially effective and compliantProviding technical input into the drafting of new policiesSupporting underwriting activity across lender programmesIdentifying opportunities for new products and bespoke client schemesSupporting drafting and contract negotiations for new propositionsReviewing customer feedback and competitor activity to support product and market developmentContributing technical input to marketing materialsSupporting client presentations, meetings and promotional eventsWorking closely with Sales teams to support existing and prospective clientsKeeping up to date with relevant legal and regulatory developmentsCoaching and supporting colleagues on more complex underwriting mattersSupporting commercial underwriting activity when requiredTravelling to client premises and other offices where necessary First Title - Underwriter What We're Looking For
Detailed knowledge of residential and commercial property lawStrong knowledge of residential property products and the wider marketPrevious underwriting experience within a property, legal, insurance or related environmentStrong commercial awarenessConfident making commercially focused underwriting decisionsAbility to work towards clear targets and demonstrate strong performanceStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent negotiation skillsAbility to understand client businesses and take a partnership-led approachStrong written and verbal communication skillsConfident communicating with stakeholders at all levelsAble to produce high-quality work within a fast-paced environmentStrong attention to detailAbility to organise and prioritise workload effectivelyComfortable working independently as well as part of a wider teamProactive approach with the ability to use initiativePositive and professional approach when working under pressureFlexible and able to adapt as the role develops First Title - Underwriter Regulatory & Compliance
You will also be expected to operate in line with relevant regulatory requirements and conduct standards, including:
Acting with integrityWorking with due care, skill and diligenceMaintaining appropriate standards of market conductTreating customers fairly and considering their interestsMaintaining an understanding of the regulatory environment and relevant changes in law First Title - Underwriter What's On Offer
Competitive salary depending on experienceFull-time, permanent opportunityLondon-based positionOpportunity to work across both residential and commercial underwritingVaried role combining technical underwriting, client management and business developmentExposure to product and scheme developmentOpportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and key clientsCareer development within an established underwriting environment If you're an experienced Underwriter with strong residential or commercial property knowledge and a commercially focused approach, apply today!
Please note, due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted.