396 Class Underwriter jobs in the United Kingdom
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Onsite
Purpose of the Role
AEGIS London currently have a vacancy in the Specialty team for a Class Underwriter to lead Marine Hull and War portfolio. You will be tasked with underwriting in accordance with the business plan and personal underwriting authorities, as well as managing the other individuals in the Marine Hull and War team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced underwriter to develop a new portfolio of business situated in a high performing team within a highly successful Lloyds Syndicate.
Duties And Accountabilities
- To underwrite business on behalf of the Syndicate in accordance with personal underwriting authority and the Syndicate’s underwriting procedures and class underwriting guidelines; achieving the business mix, planned premium income and ultimate loss ratios as contained within the agreed business plan.
- Effectively manage, lead and develop the team and to ensure that all tasks are being completed in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure that all direct reports have two appraisals per year and are given appropriate training to enable them to carry out their responsibilities.
- To share information and collaborate with peer reviewers to ensure risk records are complete and available for review in a timely manner.
- To liaise with other departments as appropriate and required (credit control, claims, exposure management, underwriting risk management etc).
- To ensure that the service provided to brokers and policyholders is of the highest standard.
- To work as part of a collaborative team within AEGIS London and ensure good working relationships are maintained with all stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be/have:
- Deep subject matter expertise and demonstrable expertise in Marine Hull and War risk and the Marine Hull and War (re)insurance market
- Excellent organisational, planning, and managerial skills
- Well-developed presenting, analytical and negotiation skills
- A broad network in the London market
- A sound knowledge and understanding of the London and wider global Marine Hull and War market
- ACII qualification would be advantageous
- Well-developed IT skills including MS Office applications
- The ability to work as part of a team and build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Fairness and respect
We make decisions considering the best interests of key stakeholders. We are direct and straightforward in our actions, working collaboratively to create a culture of fairness and respect.
Open and inclusive
We act with integrity, valuing diversity of thought and background. We take time to listen to the needs of our customers, stakeholders and colleagues working together to seek and share information.
Ambitious
We have a passion for success, aspiring to be recognised as best in class. We embrace new opportunities, encouraging innovation in pursuit of our goals.
Striving to be better
We strive to improve at all times, challenging complacency, being agile and adapting to change. We always seek to improve our customers’ experience with us.
Investing in people’s potential
We provide an environment where each employee can reach their personal potential. We encourage personal accountability for performance and individual ownership for growth and success.
AEGIS London is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of a diverse workforce in facilitating better decision making and business growth. We encourage a variety of differing views, perspectives and insights to create a collaborative working environment. Diversity and Inclusion are fundamental to our business and we encourage applications from all backgrounds recognising the diversity of society and our customers.
It’s important to us that you are able to perform at your best when applying for a role with AEGIS London. If there are any adjustments we can reasonably make to ensure that the process is accessible for you please telephone us on +44(0)20 7856 7856 or email
As a business, we understand individual circumstances may differ and aim to be adaptable and to support flexible working practices. Talk to our recruitment team to understand how AEGIS London can help support you in reaching your full potential #J-18808-Ljbffr
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CLASS UNDERWRITER: CYBER
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CLASS UNDERWRITER: CYBER
LOCATION: LONDON
This career opportunity is available at Santam Syndicate 1918 for an Class Underwriter: Cyber who will be based in the UK & have right to work in the UK.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Class Underwriter: Cyber to lead and develop our cyber insurance portfolio within the Lloyd’s Insurance market. The successful candidate will be responsible for the growth, profitability, and technical integrity of the cyber book, working closely with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders to drive innovation and underwriting excellence.
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE?
Key Responsibilities:
Cyber Underwriting Leadership:
- Own and manage the cyber underwriting portfolio across SME, mid-market, and corporate risks.
- Underwrite new and renewal business in line with agreed underwriting authority and appetite.
- Develop and maintain cyber underwriting guidelines, pricing frameworks, and product strategies.
- Draft and agree the underwriting philosophy for cyber with the CUO/Active Underwriter.
Broker & Client Engagement:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, reinsurers and distribution partners.
- Support the placement of complex and bespoke cyber risks, offering market insight and technical guidance.
- Represent the business at broker meetings, industry events, and cyber-specific forums.
- Travel where required to attend conferences and client meetings.
Product Development & Innovation:
- Collaborate with product, actuarial, claims and IT teams to evolve cyber insurance offerings.
- Develop standalone and packaged cyber solutions tailored to customer needs across various sectors.
- Monitor emerging cyber threats and regulatory changes to ensure product relevance and responsiveness.
Portfolio Management & Performance Monitoring:
- Analyse portfolio performance and underwriting metrics (e.g. loss ratios, rate changes, claims trends).
- Drive corrective action where required, including pricing adjustments and risk appetite refinement.
- Contribute to strategic planning, reinsurance discussions, and capital modelling inputs.
Governance & Risk Management:
- Ensure underwriting practices align with internal controls, compliance requirements, and regulatory standards (e.g. FCA, PRA).
- Support audits, conduct file reviews, and maintain documentation for underwriting decisions.
- Provide technical mentorship to junior underwriters or cyber underwriting assistants.
- Work with the CUO/Active Underwriter to decide and discuss the outwards reinsurance programme.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Relevant Degree
- 6-10 Years Experience
- Proven underwriting experience in Cyber insurance within the UK or international market.
- Strong knowledge of cyber risk landscape, threat vectors, and evolving exposures (e.g. ransomware, data breaches, BI losses).
- Ability to interpret complex technical risk information and translate it into underwriting decisions.
- Commercial awareness with a track record of delivering profitable portfolio growth.
- Confident communicator with strong broker relationships and market presence.
- Familiarity with cyber risk scoring tools, pricing models, and incident response frameworks.
- Professional qualifications such as ACII, or relevant technical certifications (e.g. CISSP) are an advantage.
- Experience working in a Lloyd’s, MGA cyber underwriting environment.
- Exposure to multinational cyber programmes or cross-border placements.
- Understanding of cyber risk management services and vendor ecosystems.
- Awareness of data privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR, DPA) and their insurance implications.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Delivering results and meeting customer expectation
- Strong personal reputation in the Lloyd’s market.
- Relating and networking
- Analyses
- Applying expertise and technology
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organising skills
- Problem Solving
- Negotiating
- Business Acumen/Knowledge
- Business Analysis
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Drives results
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Collaborates
- Client focus
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cultivates innovation
- Strategic decision making
- Analytical thinking
- Influencing/ gaining commitment
- Business acumen
- Coaching and development
WHO WE ARE:
Santam syndicate 1918 is a new wholly owned and capitalised entity of Santam Insurance, the largest insurance company in South Africa with a 107-year heritage. 1918 is strategically important in expanding and developing Santam’s international footprint, through access to the London market talent, distribution network and Lloyd’s global insurance and reinsurance licenses.
Our syndicate is a London managed and run business, with a strong, experienced leadership team, focused on underwriting discipline, whilst allowing our teams to feel empowered and accountable for their actions. We are building a collaborative team where underwriting, claims, actuarial and other functions work closely, to help achieve superior underwriting results
At Santam Group we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with the aim to create an inclusive workforce.
CLASS UNDERWRITER: FINPRO
Posted 1 day ago
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CLASS UNDERWRITER: FINPRO
LOCATION: LONDON
This career opportunity is available at Santam Syndicate 1918 for an
Class Underwriter: FINPRO who will be based in the UK & have right to work in the UK.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
We are seeking a technically strong, reputable and commercially minded Class Underwriter – FINPRO to lead and manage a diverse portfolio of Financial and Professional Liability risks. This role is critical in driving profitable growth across products such as Professional Indemnity (PI) and Financial Institutions (FI). You will shape underwriting strategy, develop broker relationships, and ensure the quality and performance of the FINPRO book.
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE?
Key Responsibilities:
Portfolio & Underwriting Management:
- Own and manage the FINPRO portfolio, ensuring disciplined underwriting and strong technical performance.
- Underwrite new and renewal business in accordance with syndicate philosophy and within the appetite and agreed underwriting authority.
- Draft and agree the underwriting philosophy business plan and strategy with the CUO/Active Underwriter.
- Assess complex financial and professional liability risks, applying strong technical and commercial judgment.
Product & Strategy Development:
- Contribute to the development and evolution of FINPRO products including PI and FI classes
- Collaborate with claims, actuarial, and legal teams to enhance policy wordings, pricing models, and underwriting tools.
- Monitor emerging exposures (e.g. ESG, regulatory developments and adapt strategy accordingly.
Broker & Market Engagement:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key brokers, MGAs, and clients using the London market.
- Negotiate complex placements and support large case underwriting across all FINPRO classes.
- Represent the company at industry events, broker forums, and market presentations.
- Where necessary visit clients offices and attend conferences overseas.
Portfolio Monitoring & Reporting:
- Monitor portfolio performance using loss ratios, rate movements, risk mix, and underwriting metrics.
- Identify areas of growth and underperformance and recommend corrective actions.
- Work with claims, actuarial and pricing teams on profitability reviews and business planning.
- Have input into the reinsurance data, structure, information and placement.
Governance & Collaboration:
- Ensure underwriting activity is compliant with internal controls and external regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to audit readiness, peer reviews, and referral processes.
- Collaborate with claims, legal, risk, finance, and compliance teams to ensure holistic risk and business oversight.
Mentorship & Development:
- Provide technical guidance to underwriters or assistants.
- Support internal training initiatives and knowledge sharing within the team.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Relevant Degree
- 10+ Years Experience
- Proven experience in underwriting FINPRO risks (e.g. PI, FI, Commercial Crime) within the Lloyd’s insurance market.
- Solid understanding of legal, regulatory, and financial exposures impacting professional and financial lines.
- Excellent risk assessment, pricing, and negotiation skills.
- Strong broker relationships and a reputation for technical credibility and commercial acumen.
- Familiarity with market-standard wordings and the ability to adapt to bespoke coverage needs.
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. ACII) preferred.
- Experience working with large corporate accounts and international programmes.
- Exposure to specialty markets, such as Lloyd’s or MGA-led distribution.
- Awareness of ESG, and regulatory trends impacting FINPRO risks.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Delivering results and meeting customer expectation
- Relating and networking
- Analyses
- Applying expertise and technology
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organising skills
- Problem Solving
- Negotiating
- Business Acumen/Knowledge
- Business Analysis
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Drives results
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Collaborates
- Client focus
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cultivates innovation
- Strategic decision making
- Analytical thinking
- Influencing/ gaining commitment
- Business acumen
- Coaching and development
WHO WE ARE:
Santam syndicate 1918 is a new wholly owned and capitalised entity of Santam Insurance, the largest insurance company in South Africa with a 107 year heritage. 1918 is strategically important in expanding and developing Santam’s international footprint, through access to the London market talent, distribution network and Lloyd’s global insurance and reinsurance licenses.
Our syndicate is a London managed and run business, with a strong, experienced leadership team, focused on underwriting discipline, whilst allowing our teams to feel empowered and accountable for their actions. We are building a collaborative team where underwriting, claims, actuarial and other functions work closely, to help achieve superior underwriting results.
At Santam Group we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with the aim to create an inclusive workforce.
CLASS UNDERWRITER: CYBER
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
CLASS UNDERWRITER: CYBER
LOCATION: LONDON
This career opportunity is available at Santam Syndicate 1918 for an Class Underwriter: Cyber who will be based in the UK & have right to work in the UK.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Class Underwriter: Cyber to lead and develop our cyber insurance portfolio within the Lloyd’s Insurance market. The successful candidate will be responsible for the growth, profitability, and technical integrity of the cyber book, working closely with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders to drive innovation and underwriting excellence.
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE?
Key Responsibilities:
Cyber Underwriting Leadership:
- Own and manage the cyber underwriting portfolio across SME, mid-market, and corporate risks.
- Underwrite new and renewal business in line with agreed underwriting authority and appetite.
- Develop and maintain cyber underwriting guidelines, pricing frameworks, and product strategies.
- Draft and agree the underwriting philosophy for cyber with the CUO/Active Underwriter.
Broker & Client Engagement:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, reinsurers and distribution partners.
- Support the placement of complex and bespoke cyber risks, offering market insight and technical guidance.
- Represent the business at broker meetings, industry events, and cyber-specific forums.
- Travel where required to attend conferences and client meetings.
Product Development & Innovation:
- Collaborate with product, actuarial, claims and IT teams to evolve cyber insurance offerings.
- Develop standalone and packaged cyber solutions tailored to customer needs across various sectors.
- Monitor emerging cyber threats and regulatory changes to ensure product relevance and responsiveness.
Portfolio Management & Performance Monitoring:
- Analyse portfolio performance and underwriting metrics (e.g. loss ratios, rate changes, claims trends).
- Drive corrective action where required, including pricing adjustments and risk appetite refinement.
- Contribute to strategic planning, reinsurance discussions, and capital modelling inputs.
Governance & Risk Management:
- Ensure underwriting practices align with internal controls, compliance requirements, and regulatory standards (e.g. FCA, PRA).
- Support audits, conduct file reviews, and maintain documentation for underwriting decisions.
- Provide technical mentorship to junior underwriters or cyber underwriting assistants.
- Work with the CUO/Active Underwriter to decide and discuss the outwards reinsurance programme.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Relevant Degree
- 6-10 Years Experience
- Proven underwriting experience in Cyber insurance within the UK or international market.
- Strong knowledge of cyber risk landscape, threat vectors, and evolving exposures (e.g. ransomware, data breaches, BI losses).
- Ability to interpret complex technical risk information and translate it into underwriting decisions.
- Commercial awareness with a track record of delivering profitable portfolio growth.
- Confident communicator with strong broker relationships and market presence.
- Familiarity with cyber risk scoring tools, pricing models, and incident response frameworks.
- Professional qualifications such as ACII, or relevant technical certifications (e.g. CISSP) are an advantage.
- Experience working in a Lloyd’s, MGA cyber underwriting environment.
- Exposure to multinational cyber programmes or cross-border placements.
- Understanding of cyber risk management services and vendor ecosystems.
- Awareness of data privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR, DPA) and their insurance implications.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Delivering results and meeting customer expectation
- Strong personal reputation in the Lloyd’s market.
- Relating and networking
- Analyses
- Applying expertise and technology
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organising skills
- Problem Solving
- Negotiating
- Business Acumen/Knowledge
- Business Analysis
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Drives results
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Collaborates
- Client focus
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cultivates innovation
- Strategic decision making
- Analytical thinking
- Influencing/ gaining commitment
- Business acumen
- Coaching and development
WHO WE ARE:
Santam syndicate 1918 is a new wholly owned and capitalised entity of Santam Insurance, the largest insurance company in South Africa with a 107-year heritage. 1918 is strategically important in expanding and developing Santam’s international footprint, through access to the London market talent, distribution network and Lloyd’s global insurance and reinsurance licenses.
Our syndicate is a London managed and run business, with a strong, experienced leadership team, focused on underwriting discipline, whilst allowing our teams to feel empowered and accountable for their actions. We are building a collaborative team where underwriting, claims, actuarial and other functions work closely, to help achieve superior underwriting results
At Santam Group we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with the aim to create an inclusive workforce.
CLASS UNDERWRITER: FINPRO
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
CLASS UNDERWRITER: FINPRO
LOCATION: LONDON
This career opportunity is available at Santam Syndicate 1918 for an
Class Underwriter: FINPRO who will be based in the UK & have right to work in the UK.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
We are seeking a technically strong, reputable and commercially minded Class Underwriter – FINPRO to lead and manage a diverse portfolio of Financial and Professional Liability risks. This role is critical in driving profitable growth across products such as Professional Indemnity (PI) and Financial Institutions (FI). You will shape underwriting strategy, develop broker relationships, and ensure the quality and performance of the FINPRO book.
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE?
Key Responsibilities:
Portfolio & Underwriting Management:
- Own and manage the FINPRO portfolio, ensuring disciplined underwriting and strong technical performance.
- Underwrite new and renewal business in accordance with syndicate philosophy and within the appetite and agreed underwriting authority.
- Draft and agree the underwriting philosophy business plan and strategy with the CUO/Active Underwriter.
- Assess complex financial and professional liability risks, applying strong technical and commercial judgment.
Product & Strategy Development:
- Contribute to the development and evolution of FINPRO products including PI and FI classes
- Collaborate with claims, actuarial, and legal teams to enhance policy wordings, pricing models, and underwriting tools.
- Monitor emerging exposures (e.g. ESG, regulatory developments and adapt strategy accordingly.
Broker & Market Engagement:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key brokers, MGAs, and clients using the London market.
- Negotiate complex placements and support large case underwriting across all FINPRO classes.
- Represent the company at industry events, broker forums, and market presentations.
- Where necessary visit clients offices and attend conferences overseas.
Portfolio Monitoring & Reporting:
- Monitor portfolio performance using loss ratios, rate movements, risk mix, and underwriting metrics.
- Identify areas of growth and underperformance and recommend corrective actions.
- Work with claims, actuarial and pricing teams on profitability reviews and business planning.
- Have input into the reinsurance data, structure, information and placement.
Governance & Collaboration:
- Ensure underwriting activity is compliant with internal controls and external regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to audit readiness, peer reviews, and referral processes.
- Collaborate with claims, legal, risk, finance, and compliance teams to ensure holistic risk and business oversight.
Mentorship & Development:
- Provide technical guidance to underwriters or assistants.
- Support internal training initiatives and knowledge sharing within the team.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Relevant Degree
- 10+ Years Experience
- Proven experience in underwriting FINPRO risks (e.g. PI, FI, Commercial Crime) within the Lloyd’s insurance market.
- Solid understanding of legal, regulatory, and financial exposures impacting professional and financial lines.
- Excellent risk assessment, pricing, and negotiation skills.
- Strong broker relationships and a reputation for technical credibility and commercial acumen.
- Familiarity with market-standard wordings and the ability to adapt to bespoke coverage needs.
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. ACII) preferred.
- Experience working with large corporate accounts and international programmes.
- Exposure to specialty markets, such as Lloyd’s or MGA-led distribution.
- Awareness of ESG, and regulatory trends impacting FINPRO risks.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Delivering results and meeting customer expectation
- Relating and networking
- Analyses
- Applying expertise and technology
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organising skills
- Problem Solving
- Negotiating
- Business Acumen/Knowledge
- Business Analysis
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Drives results
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Collaborates
- Client focus
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cultivates innovation
- Strategic decision making
- Analytical thinking
- Influencing/ gaining commitment
- Business acumen
- Coaching and development
WHO WE ARE:
Santam syndicate 1918 is a new wholly owned and capitalised entity of Santam Insurance, the largest insurance company in South Africa with a 107 year heritage. 1918 is strategically important in expanding and developing Santam’s international footprint, through access to the London market talent, distribution network and Lloyd’s global insurance and reinsurance licenses.
Our syndicate is a London managed and run business, with a strong, experienced leadership team, focused on underwriting discipline, whilst allowing our teams to feel empowered and accountable for their actions. We are building a collaborative team where underwriting, claims, actuarial and other functions work closely, to help achieve superior underwriting results.
At Santam Group we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with the aim to create an inclusive workforce.
CLASS UNDERWRITER: INTERNATIONAL OPEN MARKET PROPERTY
Posted 1 day ago
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CLASS UNDERWRITER: INTERNATIONAL OPEN MARKET PROPERTY
LOCATION: LONDON
This career opportunity is available at Santam Syndicate 1918 for an
Class Underwriter: International Open Market Property who will be based in the UK & have right to work in the UK.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Class Underwriter – International Open Market Property to lead and manage an International property insurance portfolio. This role is responsible for delivering profitable growth, overseeing underwriting performance, and supporting broker relationships across both large commercial and/or mid-market property risks. You will play a key role in developing underwriting strategy, ensuring portfolio health, and driving innovation in the book.
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE?
Key Responsibilities:
Underwriting & Risk Assessment:
- Assess, underwrite, and price new and existing property risks in line with syndicate underwriting philosophies and authority limits.
- Drafting and agreeing the underwriting philosophy and appetite with the Active Underwriter.
- Analyse exposures, coverage requirements, and terms to determine appropriate risk appetite and pricing.
- Act as both a leader setting market terms and also a follower providing accretive capacity behind credible Lloyd’s leaders.
- Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with internal policies and regulatory standards.
Broker & Client Engagement:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients across various territories outside of North America.
- Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing to secure profitable business.
- Deliver responsive service and technical support, enhancing the syndicate’s market reputation and profile
- Travel where required to market conferences and client trips to improve relationships and ensure alignment.
Portfolio Management:
- Monitor portfolio performance and trends, providing insight to support underwriting strategy.
- Identify opportunities for growth and remediation within the book.
- Contribute to reinsurance and risk appetite discussions.
Collaboration & Development:
- Work closely with underwriting, claims, actuarial, and pricing teams to ensure alignment and data integrity.
- Contribute to product development, wording reviews, and process improvement initiatives.
- Mentor junior underwriters or assistants, where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Relevant Degree
- 10+ Years Experience
- Experience underwriting and managing International Open Market business in the Lloyd’s market.
- Solid knowledge of property risks, policy wordings, and regulatory environment.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with commercial awareness.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, particularly with brokers and clients.
- Proficiency in relevant underwriting systems and Microsoft Office.
- Progress toward professional qualifications (e.g. ACII) preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Delivering results and meeting customer expectation
- Relating and networking
- Analyses
- Applying expertise and technology
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organising skills
- Problem Solving
- Negotiating
- Business Acumen/Knowledge
- Business Analysis
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Drives results
- Recognised personal reputation
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Collaborates
- Client focus
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cultivates innovation
- Strategic decision making
- Analytical thinking
- Influencing/ gaining commitment
- Business acumen
- Coaching and development
WHO WE ARE:
Santam syndicate 1918 is a new wholly owned and capitalised entity of Santam Insurance, the largest insurance company in South Africa with a 107 year heritage. 1918 is strategically important in expanding and developing Santam’s international footprint, through access to the London market talent, distribution network and Lloyd’s global insurance and reinsurance licenses.
Our syndicate is a London managed and run business, with a strong, experienced leadership team, focused on underwriting discipline, whilst allowing our teams to feel empowered and accountable for their actions. We are building a collaborative team where underwriting, claims, actuarial and other functions work closely, to help achieve superior underwriting results.
At Santam we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with the aim to create an inclusive workforce.
CLASS UNDERWRITER: INTERNATIONAL OPEN MARKET PROPERTY
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
CLASS UNDERWRITER: INTERNATIONAL OPEN MARKET PROPERTY
LOCATION: LONDON
This career opportunity is available at Santam Syndicate 1918 for an
Class Underwriter: International Open Market Property who will be based in the UK & have right to work in the UK.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Class Underwriter – International Open Market Property to lead and manage an International property insurance portfolio. This role is responsible for delivering profitable growth, overseeing underwriting performance, and supporting broker relationships across both large commercial and/or mid-market property risks. You will play a key role in developing underwriting strategy, ensuring portfolio health, and driving innovation in the book.
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE?
Key Responsibilities:
Underwriting & Risk Assessment:
- Assess, underwrite, and price new and existing property risks in line with syndicate underwriting philosophies and authority limits.
- Drafting and agreeing the underwriting philosophy and appetite with the Active Underwriter.
- Analyse exposures, coverage requirements, and terms to determine appropriate risk appetite and pricing.
- Act as both a leader setting market terms and also a follower providing accretive capacity behind credible Lloyd’s leaders.
- Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with internal policies and regulatory standards.
Broker & Client Engagement:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients across various territories outside of North America.
- Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing to secure profitable business.
- Deliver responsive service and technical support, enhancing the syndicate’s market reputation and profile
- Travel where required to market conferences and client trips to improve relationships and ensure alignment.
Portfolio Management:
- Monitor portfolio performance and trends, providing insight to support underwriting strategy.
- Identify opportunities for growth and remediation within the book.
- Contribute to reinsurance and risk appetite discussions.
Collaboration & Development:
- Work closely with underwriting, claims, actuarial, and pricing teams to ensure alignment and data integrity.
- Contribute to product development, wording reviews, and process improvement initiatives.
- Mentor junior underwriters or assistants, where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Relevant Degree
- 10+ Years Experience
- Experience underwriting and managing International Open Market business in the Lloyd’s market.
- Solid knowledge of property risks, policy wordings, and regulatory environment.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with commercial awareness.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, particularly with brokers and clients.
- Proficiency in relevant underwriting systems and Microsoft Office.
- Progress toward professional qualifications (e.g. ACII) preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Delivering results and meeting customer expectation
- Relating and networking
- Analyses
- Applying expertise and technology
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organising skills
- Problem Solving
- Negotiating
- Business Acumen/Knowledge
- Business Analysis
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Drives results
- Recognised personal reputation
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Collaborates
- Client focus
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cultivates innovation
- Strategic decision making
- Analytical thinking
- Influencing/ gaining commitment
- Business acumen
- Coaching and development
WHO WE ARE:
Santam syndicate 1918 is a new wholly owned and capitalised entity of Santam Insurance, the largest insurance company in South Africa with a 107 year heritage. 1918 is strategically important in expanding and developing Santam’s international footprint, through access to the London market talent, distribution network and Lloyd’s global insurance and reinsurance licenses.
Our syndicate is a London managed and run business, with a strong, experienced leadership team, focused on underwriting discipline, whilst allowing our teams to feel empowered and accountable for their actions. We are building a collaborative team where underwriting, claims, actuarial and other functions work closely, to help achieve superior underwriting results.
At Santam we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with the aim to create an inclusive workforce.
CLASS UNDERWRITER: NORTH AMERICAN OPEN MARKET PROPERTY
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
CLASS UNDERWRITER: NORTH AMERICAN OPEN MARKET PROPERTY
LOCATION: LONDON
This career opportunity is available at Santam Syndicate 1918 for an Class Underwriter: North American Open Market Property who will be based in the UK & have right to work in the UK.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Class Underwriter – North American Open Market Property to lead and manage a North American property insurance portfolio. This role is responsible for delivering profitable growth, overseeing underwriting performance, and supporting broker relationships across both large commercial and/or mid-market property risks. You will play a key role in developing underwriting strategy, ensuring portfolio health, and driving innovation in the book.
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE?
Key Responsibilities:
Underwriting & Risk Assessment:
- Assess, underwrite, and price new and existing property risks in line with syndicate underwriting philosophies and authority limits.
- Drafting and agreeing the underwriting philosophy and appetite with the Active Underwriter.
- Analyse exposures, coverage requirements, and terms to determine appropriate risk appetite and pricing.
- Act as both a leader setting market terms and also a follower providing accretive capacity behind credible Lloyd’s leaders.
- Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with internal policies and regulatory standards.
Broker & Client Engagement:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients across North America.
- Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing to secure profitable business.
- Deliver responsive service and technical support, enhancing the syndicate’s market reputation and profile
- Travel where required to market conferences and client trips to improve relationships and ensure alignment.
Portfolio Management:
- Monitor portfolio performance and trends, providing insight to support underwriting strategy.
- Identify opportunities for growth and remediation within the book.
- Contribute to reinsurance and risk appetite discussions.
Collaboration & Development:
- Work closely with underwriting, claims, actuarial, and pricing teams to ensure alignment and data integrity.
- Contribute to product development, wording reviews, and process improvement initiatives.
- Mentor junior underwriters or assistants, where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Relevant Degree
- 10+ Years Experience
- Experience underwriting and managing International Open Market business in the Lloyd’s market.
- Solid knowledge of property risks, policy wordings, and regulatory environment.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with commercial awareness.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, particularly with brokers and clients.
- Proficiency in relevant underwriting systems and Microsoft Office.
- Progress toward professional qualifications (e.g. ACII) preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Delivering results and meeting customer expectation
- Relating and networking
- Analyses
- Applying expertise and technology
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organising skills
- Problem Solving
- Negotiating
- Business Acumen/Knowledge
- Business Analysis
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Drives results
- Recognised personal reputation
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Collaborates
- Client focus
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cultivates innovation
- Strategic decision making
- Analytical thinking
- Influencing/ gaining commitment
- Business acumen
- Coaching and development
WHO WE ARE:
Santam syndicate 1918 is a new wholly owned and capitalised entity of Santam Insurance, the largest insurance company in South Africa with a 107-year heritage. 1918 is strategically important in expanding and developing Santam’s international footprint, through access to the London market talent, distribution network and Lloyd’s global insurance and reinsurance licenses.
Our syndicate is a London managed and run business, with a strong, experienced leadership team, focused on underwriting discipline, whilst allowing our teams to feel empowered and accountable for their actions. We are building a collaborative team where underwriting, claims, actuarial and other functions work closely, to help achieve superior underwriting results.
At Santam Group we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with the aim to create an inclusive workforce.
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