UW Lead - Cyber

Location London
Discipline: Underwriting
Job type: Permanent
Contact email: ollie@weareedenbrook.com
Job ref: J5986
Published: 18 days ago
We’re working with a growing specialist MGA looking to hire an Assistant Underwriter into their W&I team. This is a great opportunity for someone with 1–3 years’ insurance experience who wants to build a career within transactional risk and work closely with experienced underwriters in a growing, entrepreneurial business. Core responsibilities: • Support the underwriting of W&I and other transactional risk opportunities. • Review and analyse insurance submissions, legal documentation and due diligence information. • Assist with risk assessment, policy analysis, pricing and the preparation of underwriting recommendations. • Work closely with brokers, clients, solicitors and other stakeholders throughout the underwriting process. • Develop strong relationships with brokers and distribution partners. • Support senior underwriters with portfolio management and ongoing risk assessment. • Contribute to the development of underwriting processes, documentation and best practice. • Maintain a strong understanding of W&I market trends and emerging risks. • Ensure underwriting decisions are made in line with the company's appetite and governance framework. • Take ownership of tasks and contribute to the wider development of the business. What they’re looking for: • 1–3 years’ experience within insurance • W&I, Title, Legal Indemnity, Cyber or D&O class experience • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills • Experience within a smaller MGA, insurer or underwriting agency would be advantageous