Assistant Underwriter - Casualty

Assistant Underwriter – Casualty

Overview
An excellent opportunity for an aspiring underwriter to join a growing Casualty team, supporting the underwriting of new and existing business. The role offers exposure to risk assessment, broker relationships, pricing and portfolio management, providing a strong foundation for a long-term underwriting career.

Key Responsibilities

• Support underwriters in the assessment and analysis of Casualty risks.
• Gather, review and validate underwriting information to support decision-making.
• Assist with pricing, policy terms and conditions in line with underwriting guidelines.
• Manage renewals, new business submissions and mid-term policy adjustments.
• Liaise with brokers and internal stakeholders to ensure an efficient underwriting process.
• Maintain accurate underwriting records and documentation across internal systems.
• Monitor portfolio performance and develop an understanding of key risk drivers and market trends.
• Contribute to delivering commercially sound and compliant underwriting decisions.

Requirements

• Previous insurance experience, ideally within Casualty underwriting or a related insurance function.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyse information effectively.
• Good understanding of risk assessment principles and underwriting processes.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial mindset with a keen interest in developing underwriting expertise.

Ideal Profile

• Looking to build a career in underwriting.
• Confident working with brokers and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Proactive, collaborative and eager to learn within a specialist insurance environment.

What’s on Offer

• Exposure to experienced underwriters and complex Casualty risks.
• Clear development pathway within underwriting.
• Opportunity to build market relationships and technical expertise.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous holiday allowance, pension and private medical cover.