Senior P&C Underwriter - Existing Business

  • Lawes Consulting Group
  • Chelmsford, Essex
  • Mar 04, 2026
Full time Insurance

Job Description

Senior P&C Underwriter - Existing Business

Salary: Circa £55k + Benefits

Location: Chelmsford (Hybrid Working Available)

We're looking for an experienced Senior Property & Casualty Underwriter to join our Underwriting Team, focusing on Existing Business.

This is a key role responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of commercial risks, strengthening broker relationships, and driving profitable retention. You'll play an important part in maintaining underwriting discipline while delivering a competitive and service-led proposition.

While the role offers hybrid working, there may be occasional travel depending on business needs.

The Role

As a Senior P&C Underwriter - Existing Business, you will:

  • Manage and retain a portfolio of complex commercial Property & Casualty risks.
  • Deliver profitable underwriting decisions aligned to appetite and strategy.
  • Conduct broker portfolio reviews to drive retention and rate improvement.
  • Build and maintain strong, trusted broker relationships.
  • Provide technical referral support and guidance to colleagues.
  • Support renewal negotiations to secure sustainable, profitable outcomes.
  • Maintain accurate audit trails and ensure full regulatory compliance.
  • Stay informed on market trends, legislation, and competitor activity.

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 5 years' experience underwriting complex commercial P&C risks.
  • Strong experience managing existing business portfolios.
  • Proven ability to deliver retention and profitability targets.
  • Excellent broker relationship management skills.
  • Commercially focused and decisive underwriting approach.
  • Ability to operate independently while supporting wider team objectives.
  • Dip CII qualified (or working towards).

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking underwriting environment where technical expertise, broker partnerships, and disciplined underwriting drive long-term success. You'll be empowered to make decisions, influence portfolio performance, and contribute to sustainable growth.

Contact Expert:

Emily Doull-Reeves, Associate Director - Underwriting on

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