Underwriter - Casualty Treaty at W.R. Berkley… · London

Company Details

Responsibilities

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Casualty Treaty Underwriter to join our established and growing underwriting team. This is a hands‑on underwriting role offering exposure to a broad international portfolio, working closely with senior stakeholders to deliver profitable, well‑balanced treaty business.

You will play a key role in underwriting, pricing and portfolio management, while developing strong broker and client relationships across the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite casualty treaty risks in line with agreed Underwriting Authority and internal guidelines
• Price and analyse treaty submissions using internal pricing and modelling tools
• Build, manage and service a profitable casualty treaty portfolio
• Participate in renewal discussions, broker meetings, presentations and market roadshows
• Contribute to business planning, portfolio strategy and cross‑selling opportunities
• Work closely with Actuarial, Finance and Exposure Management teams
• Monitor aggregates and support accumulation analysis
• Produce underwriting reports and management information, including data for retrocession partners
• Ensure accurate record‑keeping and compliance with underwriting governance requirements
• Mentor and support junior members of the underwriting team

Qualifications

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience underwriting Casualty Treaty reinsurance
• Strong technical pricing and analytical skills
• Solid understanding of reinsurance structures and market dynamics
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build effective broker relationships
• Highly organised, detail‑focused and able to manage competing priorities
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
• Degree educated (preferred but not essential)