Senior Underwriter

Company: Howden Group Holdings
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

In this Senior Underwriter role, you lead underwriting activities in Bloodstock and Equine lines within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. You will head a team of experienced professionals, liaising with Lloyd’s Brokers, direct clients, and partners worldwide to quote, bind, and administer policies. You drive technical excellence and training, shaping best practices and market knowledge across the team. The opportunity combines leadership, specialization in niche classes, and a culture that values ownership and collaboration.

Pay / Benefits

  • employee ownership
  • career development
  • volunteering opportunities
  • charity fundraising
  • focus on work–life balance
  • support for employee well-being

Responsibilities

  • Quote and administer Equine and Bloodstock policies across global clients
  • Lead and train team members on market trends, case law, and legislation
  • Deliver internal and client-facing training on Bloodstock and Equine insurances
  • Share best practices and drive performance improvements within the team
  • Produce up-to-date articles and insights on Bloodstock and Equine insurance
  • Develop relationships with policyholders, brokers, and service partners to enhance outcomes
  • Ensure high technical standards in client service and underwriting decisions

Key requirements

  • Efficient, methodical work style
  • Effective communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal abilities for internal and external interactions
  • Comprehensive insurance industry awareness tied to responsibilities
  • Technical knowledge of FCA rules, current case law, and relevant legislation
  • Significant insurance industry experience across policy work, accounts, claims, underwriting or brokering, and direct client liaison
  • Solid product knowledge and underwriting experience in the relevant classes
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective communicator
  • Collaborative and team-focused
  • FCA knowledge
  • Knowledge of current case law and legislation related to customers and intermediaries
  • Underwriting experience in Bloodstock and/or Equine

Posted: September 14th, 2026