Underwriter - North American Casualty

Job description

Eames are currently partnered with a leading Lloyd's Syndicate who are looking for an experienced Underwriter to join a Specialty Risks team, focusing on US General Liability across mid-market, large commercial risks, and Program Business. This role will see you underwriting a profitable US Small Business portfolio, while providing technical expertise, strategic insight, and strengthening market presence.

Key Responsibilities

Underwriting

• Build, manage and grow a profitable US Small Business portfolio within Specialty Risks
• Underwrite new and renewal business in line with underwriting strategy and appetite
• Structure bespoke solutions using underwriting expertise to win and retain business
• Monitor premiums, claims, and expense ratios taking action to maintain profitability
• Assess risk pricing, factoring in reinsurance, capital exposure, and cost structures
• Support innovation, including development of non-insurance service offerings
• Oversee and guide junior team members to ensure consistency and compliance
• Maintain strong collaboration with Claims on portfolio performance
• Ensure adherence to underwriting controls across relevant platforms and entities

Client & Broker Engagement

• Deliver high-quality advice and service to clients on risk and insurance matters
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients
• Identify opportunities to cross-sell across the wider product suite
• Ensure a strong understanding of client needs to drive long-term partnerships

Collaboration & Strategy

• Contribute to underwriting best practice and policy development
• Share market insights, trends, and opportunities across the team
• Collaborate across the wider business to maximise growth
• Support the development of business plans, research, and marketing materials
• Represent the team through presentations and external engagement where required

About You

Essential Experience

• Background in the insurance industry
• Experience in US Small Business underwriting or broking
• Strong technical underwriting capability

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail
• Clear and confident communication (written and verbal)
• Effective time management and ability to prioritise workloads
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach

Knowledge

• Solid commercial and financial awareness
• In-depth understanding of underwriting principles and processes
• Experience working with underwriting systems and frameworks
• Strong client service mindset

Personal Attributes

• Results-driven, flexible, and enthusiastic
• Professional and collaborative approach
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Customer-focused with a strong sense of fairness and service

Core Competencies

• Achievement focus
• Analytical and strategic thinking
• Service excellence
• Team collaboration
• Forward and conceptual thinking

If you're interested in learning more, get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Eames Consulting is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English