Senior Professional Indemnity Underwriter

Most PI roles are about managing a book.This isn't.This is about building one - properly.The OpportunityA new, senior hire to lead the build-out of a large-risk / complex PI proposition - focused on binder and co-insurance opportunities in the London market.There's no legacy book to babysit. No inherited problems to fix.You're coming in to create something.Targeting larger, more complex PI risksWorking closely with top-tier London market brokers (think Lockton, Gallagher and peers)Developing a product and proposition that can genuinely competeBuilding a book from (near) standing start - with backingIf you've ever said "I'd do this differently if it were mine"… this is where you find out.What You'll Actually Be DoingNo fluff. No filler.Originate and grow a large-risk PI portfolioBuild and own broker relationships at the top end of the marketStructure and write complex risks across binder and co-insurance placementsShape underwriting strategy - not just follow itBe the person people go to when the deal isn't straightforwardWho This SuitsYou're not junior. And you're not coasting.An established PI underwriter with credibility in the London marketKnown (or at least recognised) by the brokers that matterCommercially sharp - you enjoy the deal, not just the detailMotivated by building something, not just maintaining itRealistically, you're probably in a role now where:You've built something… but don't fully control itYou're constrained by appetite, politics, or paceOr you're wondering if there's one more move that actually changes your trajectoryThe RealityLet's be clear - this isn't easy.You're building from a low baseYou'll need to open doors and win trust quicklyThere's nowhere to hide if you don't deliverBut…If you get it right, this is the kind of role that defines your career, not just your next 18 months.The UpsideUp to 170k base (flex for the right person)Bonus that reflects production, not just participationThe chance to build something with genuine market relevanceLong-term upside for someone who deliversVisit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy.Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.Discipline(s): General InsuranceJob type: Permanent