Trading Underwriter - Lawes Consulting Group : Job Details

Title: Trading UnderwriterLocation: DublinSalary: £45,000 - £50,000

Overview:

We are currently seeking a Trading Underwriter to join a growing team within a dynamic and fast-paced insurance environment. This role involves evaluating risks and exposures for new business, mid-term adjustments, and renewals. You will focus on quoting, converting, and retaining business across a range of specialist home insurance products, while delivering excellent service to broker partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Underwrite business in line with internal underwriting guidelines and within delegated authority levels
• Trade effectively with brokers to maximise conversion and retention
• Provide regular reporting to your Line Manager
• Manage and control renewals, new business, and existing business tasks
• Handle underwriting referrals from other team members or offices when required
• Support and drive key performance targets, including income, conversion, and retention
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of both new and existing insurance products
• Respond promptly and professionally to enquiries from brokers, insurers, and third parties
• Ensure that underwriting decisions are aligned with the best interests of capacity providers

What's on Offer:

• Negotiable base salary plus bonus and a competitive benefits package (including pension, holidays, and more)
• A management team committed to employee development and support
• Full sponsorship for relevant professional qualifications and continuous career development opportunities

Experience & Qualifications:

• Minimum Leaving Certificate standard
• APA qualification in insurance required (working towards CIP is preferred)
• Strong background in household underwriting, ideally within an MGA, insurance company, or Lloyd's syndicate
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), along with strong sales, negotiation, analytical, and IT skills
• Previous experience within an MGA environment is highly advantageous

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