Underwriting Assistant – Leeds
Salary to £28, + benefits + hybrid working
Are you a recent graduate with a background in law, insurance or a property-related subject? Are you looking to build a long-term, rewarding career in underwriting where you can combine your academic knowledge with commercial experience and client interaction? If so, this could be a great place to start.
We’re currently recruiting for a Graduate Underwriting Assistant to join a well-established underwriting team based in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a respected organisation that specialises in legal indemnity insurance and supports major property and finance transactions across the UK.
In this role, you’ll be working closely with experienced Underwriters, gaining hands-on experience across a range of tasks. You’ll help review and summarise legal and property-related documents, handle new business enquiries, liaise with clients and brokers, and assist with policy wordings. Over time, you’ll build a strong understanding of legal indemnity risks and develop the confidence to assess complex scenarios, contribute to underwriting decisions and support high-value cases.
Your key responsibilities will include:
1. Gathering and preparing information to support underwriting decisions
2. Communicating with clients and brokers via phone and email
3. Assisting with drafting and reviewing policy wordings
4. Keeping internal systems up to date and accurate
5. Building strong working relationships with solicitors, clients and intermediaries
This is a graduate-entry position for someone who is serious about developing a career in underwriting. You’ll benefit from structured training, day-to-day learning, and support in working towards professional qualifications through a continuous development program.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
6. A recent degree (2:1 or above) in law, insurance, business or a property-related field
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
8. Strong organisational and analytical abilities
9. The ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
10. A commercially aware, client-focused mindset
11. A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine willingness to learn
This role offers a clear path into a specialist field of insurance, with the opportunity to develop practical skills, work with experienced professionals and grow in a supportive, hybrid-working environment.
If you’re a recent graduate ready to start your career in underwriting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take your first step into a respected and growing industry.