Excess Casualty Underwriter

Bruin Financial
London

Excess Casualty Underwriter – Lloyd’s Syndicate
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Recruiter: Tom Shorto

An excellent opportunity has arisen with one of our prestigious Lloyd’s Syndicate clients, who are seeking an experienced Excess Casualty Underwriter to join their London-based team. This role is a fantastic chance to contribute to a high-performing portfolio, with a focus on US Excess Casualty business , in a dynamic and collaborative underwriting environment.

As a recruiter working closely with this market-leading Syndicate, I’m looking to speak with driven individuals who are confident working with complex risks and are excited to be part of a forward-thinking organisation with strong market presence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Underwrite, quote and bind US Excess Casualty risks in line with delegated authority and company strategy

  • Execute underwriting decisions that contribute to the delivery of portfolio and business plan objectives

  • Monitor portfolio performance and support data-led improvements in underwriting discipline

  • Maintain and grow broker relationships, identifying and securing new business opportunities

  • Continuously review and refine rating tools and pricing models

  • Support the development of more junior underwriting staff

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal controls

Person Specification:

  • Demonstrable experience in US Excess Casualty underwriting (Lloyd’s market experience desirable)

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risks

  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills—comfortable engaging with both brokers and internal stakeholders

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

  • Highly organised with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and manage time effectively

  • Motivated, collaborative, and open to innovation

  • Committed to professional development and long-term career growth

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary and discretionary bonus

  • Hybrid working model (City-based office)

  • Opportunity to work within a respected Lloyd’s Syndicate with international reach

  • A supportive, inclusive culture focused on smart decision-making, collaboration, and development

  • Career progression pathways within a growing team

Next Steps

If you are a skilled Excess Casualty Underwriter looking for your next opportunity within the London market, I would love to hear from you. Click Apply Now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.

Bruin recognises the positive value of diversity, and aims to promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. As a champion of equal opportunity employment we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons – men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs. We particularly encourage applications from women, disabled, and Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as these groups are underrepresented throughout the financial services industry. Our clients work with us because they value a diverse workforce, and subscribe to our shared principle that all appointments are made on merit and that ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.

Posted 2025-09-12

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