Average Professional Underwriter salary in London

Property UnderwriterPurpose of Role/Job OverviewUnderwrite and price regional UK commercial property risks in line with underwriting guidelines, appetite, and delegated authority.Drive profitable growth through accurate underwriting of new business, renewals, and mid-term adjustments.Respond to broker enquiries received via online quote platforms, email, and direct submissions.Build and maintain strong broker relationships across regional UK markets, with existing broker contacts considered highly advantageous.Ensure underwriting decisions are technically sound, compliant with FCA regulations, and meet service level expectations.Contribute to product development and refinement based on broker feedback, market trends, and risk appetite.Collaborate with internal teams including operations, compliance, and sales to ensure smooth policy lifecycle management.Use data and reporting tools to monitor performance, identify trends, and support continuous improvement.Represent the brand positively through professional communication and a strong service ethic. Key Accountabilities Meeting and where possible, exceeding brokers service levels and expectations.Identifies cover and hazards that will impact on the acceptance, pricing, or terms applicable to a risk.Understands the impact of claims and risk management on the performance of a case and demonstrates an ability to review taking these factors into account.Build and maintain strong relationships with key trading partners to maximize influence.Support the development and operation of sales campaigns to drive the acquisition of profitable business. Other Activities, Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain and develop market awareness.Maintain good working relationships with all internal departments.Maintain an open communication ethos with colleagues and managers.Demonstrate “model behaviours”Comply with all legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements to ensure obligations are met.Contribute to wider business activities.Operate within individual underwriting authorities and guidelines.

Senior Professional Indemnity Underwriter UK | Remote / Flexible | Travel Required Circa £80k A specialist UK insurer is seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter to join their Specialty Professional Indemnity team. This is a strategic, market-facing role with the opportunity to manage a profitable portfolio and contribute to the team's growth and direction. The role is remote-based anywhere in the UK, with travel to clients and London as required. Key Responsibilities: Underwrite complex Professional Indemnity and specialty lines risks with technical and commercial precisionDevelop and grow broker relationships across the UK, converting opportunities into profitable businessManage a PI portfolio, balancing risk selection with trading strategyMentor junior underwriters and act as a technical referenceContribute to strategic planning, process improvements, and team initiatives Essential Criteria: Proven UK Professional Indemnity or specialty lines underwriting experienceTrack record of profitable portfolio growth and broker developmentStrong technical knowledge, pricing, and risk assessment skillsConfident in negotiation, trading, and business developmentExperience mentoring junior underwritersStrong communication and IT skills Desirable: Professional qualifications (DIP CII or working towards)Experience across multiple commercial specialty linesStrategic account or portfolio management experience Salary: Circa £80,000 This is an excellent opportunity for a senior underwriter looking for a strategic, autonomous role with exposure to complex Professional Indemnity risks and a collaborative UK-wide team. Contact Expert: Joe Cappalonga, Senior Consultant on Email:

We are delighted to be working with a highly successful MGA business who are now in control of over £100m GWP. They are looking for an Existing Business Trading Underwriter to work on a hybrid basis from their London office. The Role: To build and maintain effective broker relationships by offering a high level of customer service, trading and delivering renewals within SLA's.Work closely and effectively with your team and team manager, to create and develop the new London of Excellence.Review, trade and invite renewals for all products within our underwriting appetite and strategy adhering to the agreed service levels. Action any renewal queries, mid-term adjustments and cancellations for your brokers and clients.Work closely and effectively with your team to ensure that all work is completed within SLA's and maintain broker relationships by offering a high level of customer service.Answer phone calls in a professional and friendly manner to develop and maintain strong relationships with external and internal customers.Large case management for renewals over £5,000 and above.Act as a referral point for Underwriting Assistants within the Team, supporting development and training where appropriate. The Candidate: A minimum of 2 years Property & Casualty Underwriting experience within a commercial environment.Excellent relationship buildings skills and a friendly and approachable mannerAn ability to prioritise and ensure deadlines are met.Excellent communication and organisational skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office products.Strong problem solving ability with a solutions focused approach to Underwriting. The Reward: Salary up to £48,000 for the right candidate.Generous private health carePension schemeExtensive Company Benefits package