Lead Underwriter – Engineering, Construction & Renewables

IDEX Consulting; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking a dynamic Senior Underwriter in Birmingham with a strong background in engineering, construction, or renewable energy. This role offers the opportunity to manage a multi-million-pound regional P&L while mentoring a team. The ideal candidate will possess proven underwriting experience, excellent trading and negotiation skills, and a collaborative approach to leadership. The position comes with competitive compensation, a generous pension scheme, flexible working conditions, and support for work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus potential

Generous pension scheme

29 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical cover

Share schemes

Big discounts on insurance products

Flexible working - hybrid model

Supportive leave policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in underwriting with a focus on engineering or construction.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with brokers and clients.
• Confidence and capability to mentor colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with brokers and clients, providing technical support.
• Drive new business and retain existing accounts.
• Act as a trusted technical authority within the team.
• Mentor and coach colleagues for growth.
• Shape underwriting strategy and deliver customer-focused solutions.

Skills

Proven underwriting experience in engineering, construction and/or renewable energy

Strong track record of winning and retaining business

Excellent trading skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Confidence in regulated environments

Ambitious and collaborative mindset

Job description

A leading insurance firm is seeking a dynamic Senior Underwriter in Birmingham with a strong background in engineering, construction, or renewable energy. This role offers the opportunity to manage a multi-million-pound regional P&L while mentoring a team. The ideal candidate will possess proven underwriting experience, excellent trading and negotiation skills, and a collaborative approach to leadership. The position comes with competitive compensation, a generous pension scheme, flexible working conditions, and support for work-life balance.