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

City of London

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