Assistant Underwriter - US Property
Location: London (Hybrid)
Reporting to: Lead Underwriter
Overview
This is a rare opportunity to join a newly launched MGA at the ground level, working directly with the Lead Underwriter to build a US Property portfolio from scratch. With just two people currently in the business, this role offers genuine influence, visibility, and the chance to shape underwriting operations from day one.
Our client is looking for someone with a strong interest in insurance and risk whether you're coming from catastrophe modelling, broking, or have early-stage underwriting experience. What matters most is your curiosity, adaptability, and confidence in engaging with brokers and market stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Lead Underwriter in evaluating and pricing US Property risks
* Engage directly with brokers to help build and maintain relationships
* Assist in the development of underwriting tools, templates, and processes
* Monitor market trends and emerging risks, contributing to strategy and product development
* Use technology and data platforms to enhance underwriting decisions
* Help prepare documentation for capacity providers and internal reporting
* Contribute to the MGAs growth by bringing energy, ideas, and a collaborative mindset
What Our Client is Looking For
* Insurance knowledge from any angle underwriting, broking, modelling, or analytics
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
* Strong communication skills and confidence in front of brokers
* Technologically curious someone who enjoys working with data, platforms, and new tools
* A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of tasks
* Interest in US Property lines and appetite to learn quickly