Lead Trading Underwriter - Real Estate

Job title: Lead Trading Underwriter - Real Estate

Location: London 

PURPOSE OF ROLE 

Lawes are partnering with a top-tier insurance firm, seeking a Lead Trading Underwriter to join one of their specialist underwriting teams. You'll drive profitable growth, primarily Mid-Market, in the real estate segment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Profitably and consistently underwrite both new and existing business
• Build and maintain strong trading relationships with a panel of brokers
• Generate profitable business from the assigned broker panel
• Lead meetings, presentations, and tender responses with brokers and clients
• Mentor, train, and develop Senior Underwriters
• Serve as the referral point for Senior Underwriters within the team
• Oversee and review underwriting standards and licensing within the team
• Champion and implement the business strategy  and product offerings

EXPERIENCE 

• Extensive London Market property/real estate underwriting experience 
• Strong negotiation and sales expertise 
• Proven experience in managing large cases and portfolios within the real estate sector 
• Familiarity with key stakeholders in the London Market real estate industry 
• Well-developed networking and relationship-building abilities 
• In-depth understanding of legislative and regulatory requirements in insurance 
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills 
• Ability to thrive in a target-oriented environment  

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