Job Title: Construction & Casualty Underwriter
Location: Colchester or London (Hybrid, 2 days in office)
Salary: £45,000 – £75,000 (depending on experience)
About the Company:
This dynamic MGA, part of a highly rated, customer-focused insurance group, is a fast-moving player in the Construction and Liability market. With a large team of underwriters across the business and a reputation for empowering its people, it offers meaningful career progression. The firm specialises across key lines including Construction, Property, Marine, and Liability, operating under multiple delegated authorities.
Role Summary:
You'll be part of a growing team focused on retaining and acquring profitable growth through delegated authority underwriting. With a hands-on culture and flexible hybrid setup, this is a great role for underwriters with MGA or Lloyd’s backgrounds seeking strong exposure and career development. Expect a varied workload and a team that values adaptability, collaboration, and ownership.
Key Responsibilities:
• Underwrite new and renewal construction/casualty risks under binding authorities: contribute directly to portfolio profitability
• Handle mid-term adjustments and ensure high standards in documentation and compliance
• Build and sustain strong broker and internal relationships: represent the business confidently
• Support operational workflows including manual processes where needed
• Maintain accurate and compliant record keeping across all transactions
Requirements:
• Underwriting experience in Construction, Casualty, or Liability lines
• Background in an MGA or Lloyd’s environment, with experience handling heavier trade or waste risks
• Strong understanding of delegated authority and binding guidelines
• A working knowledge of legal and regulatory Insurance framework.
• Able to work manually with durable workflows.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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Related Job Titles: Construction Underwriter, Liability Underwriter, Casualty Underwriter, MGA Underwriter, Technical Underwriter