I have partnered with a leading insurer in the London Market seeking a Qualified Actuary (FIA or equivalent) to join their Reserving team.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of quarterly reserving analyses, support Solvency II and Lloyd’s reporting, and provide insights to senior stakeholders. You’ll also work closely with Underwriting, Claims, and Capital teams, helping drive business decisions with actuarial expertise.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified Actuary (FIA or equivalent)
• Strong London Market reserving experience
• Proficient in tools such as ResQ, Excel, SQL, or R/Python
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder skills

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced reserving actuary to step into a visible, commercial role with excellent career progression. Please Reach out to find out more!

An established Lloyd’s syndicate is seeking a Senior Underwriter to support the build-out of its newly created US Property Binders portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a growing, CAT-exposed book that includes a broad range of US  homeowners & commercial risks, covering a broad appetite including flood, DIC, and mortgage impairment risks . The syndicate writes exclusively on syndicate paper and partners with trusted, coverholder relationships who know their markets well.

This is a clean-slate portfolio with no legacy issues, allowing you to focus on growth without historical constraints. The book is written on a follow capacity only, with ambitions to transition into lead positions over time. Underwriters are supported by a dedicated internal delegated team that handles compliance, due diligence, and operational tasks—freeing up time to focus on underwriting. The successful candidate will work closely with the Class Underwriter and help mentor two Assistant Underwriters, while also contributing to the strategic development of the book. Travel is expected to maintain strong market relationships and support business development.

We’re looking for someone with 3–5 years experience of underwriting US property binders. You should have a solid technical understanding of US property lines and delegated authority structures, and be commercially minded, collaborative, and confident in contributing to a growing team. If you’re ready to support the development of a fresh portfolio within a respected syndicate, we’d love to hear from you.

A well-regarded, A rated Lloyd’s syndicate is seeking a Senior Underwriter to join its Global Direct & Facultative (D&F) Property team. This is a substantial, volume-driven portfolio focused on open market busines. The book spans global territories, with around 80% US exposure, and includes a mix of primary and excess layers across large, complex schedules, soft occupancies and single-location risks. All underwriters are cross-trained across territories and write on both company and syndicate platforms.

The ideal candidate will bring strong underwriting judgment, preferably with US market experience (though international underwriters willing to learn the US market are welcome). A solid understanding of modelling systems is essential due to the portfolio’s CAT exposure. The team values collaboration—accounts are shared, and no one owns a specific broker, client, or territory. With approximately 1,000 risks, the ability to work at pace and make quick decisions is key.

This is a dynamic, down-to-earth team with a strong culture and a focus on growth. The successful candidate will help provide bandwidth to the team, enabling greater focus on marketing and new business development. Everyone contributes to new business and enjoys a good spread of travel (1–4 trips per year). If you’re looking to make an impact in a high-performing, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

An excellent opportunity for a Motor Claims Handler to join a specialist insurance services organisation that manages claims on behalf of a leading insurer.

The Role:

You’ll handle motor claims from cradle to grave within the insurer’s delegated authority, ensuring each claim is managed efficiently and in line with agreed service level agreements (SLAs).

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing FNOL and third-party motor claims through to settlement.
• Assessing liability and indemnity, ensuring claims are validated against policy terms.
• Appointing and liaising with various stakeholders including engineers, repairers, solicitors, and recovery agents when required.
• Maintaining accurate claims reserves, processing payments, and handling recoveries or subrogation where applicable.
• Delivering excellent customer service to policyholders, insurers, and third parties while adhering to best practice guidelines.

About You:

You’ll have solid experience handling motor claims, ideally including third-party and insurer-delegated schemes. You’ll be confident in assessing liability, making decisions within authority limits, and managing your caseload with accuracy and professionalism.

What’s in it for You:

In return, you’ll receive a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, along with genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development. This Warrington-based role offers a supportive, collaborative team environment and hybrid working with 1 day from home each week.

If you’re looking to build on your claims experience within a respected and growing organisation, apply today or get in touch:

Email: Alexander.Ballantine@ipsgroup.co.uk
Phone: 0161 416 6203 / 07967 701036

Are you at a cross roads in your underwriting career, unsure of your next steps?

We have an excellent role, which has huge potential to take your career to interesting places due to the exposure you will be given to C-suite individuals across the Lloyd’s market. In terms of skillset, we are seeking an individual with a track record in underwriting (Lloyd’s or company market) who can demonstrate the ability to; understand underwriting P&L, interpret metrics that can be used to improve performance and KPI’s, monitor underwriting accounts at portfolio level and have the ability to influence senior stakeholders (both internal and external).

A great role for someone who is comfortable working autonomously, collaborative and analytical in their approach. 

Liability Claims Handler
Location: Chelmsford
Hours: 32 per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Full-time

A respected and ethical insurer is looking to appoint a Liability Claims Handler to join their growing team in Chelmsford. The role focuses on managing a broad range of liability claims efficiently, fairly, and with empathy — reflecting the company’s strong ethical values and commitment to customer care.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and wants to be part of an organisation that values doing things the right way.
The Role As a Liability Claims Handler, you’ll take ownership of claims from first notification through to final settlement. You’ll be responsible for investigating, negotiating, and resolving cases within your own authority limits while maintaining excellent communication with customers, brokers, and external professionals.
You’ll manage MOJ Portal claims, appoint loss adjusters or solicitors where appropriate, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and pre-action protocols. Accuracy and attention to detail are key, as you’ll be maintaining reserves, monitoring case progress, and reporting large losses or reinsurance triggers where necessary.
You’ll also play a key part in maintaining the quality and integrity of data, supporting colleagues with workflow, and handling complaints promptly and fairly when they arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle liability claims from start to finish, ensuring fair outcomes for all parties.
• Manage FNOL calls, MOJ portal cases, and appoint third-party experts as needed.
• Gather and assess all relevant information to investigate and finalise claims efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records, reserves, and diary notes within internal systems.
• Monitor third-party professionals’ progress and performance.
• Identify recovery opportunities and report large or complex losses to senior management.
• Support the team with allocation of new claims and incoming post.
• Handle customer complaints in line with FCA and company procedures.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects, audits, and process improvements.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience handling liability or personal injury claims (EL/PL preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation ability with a customer-first approach.
• A keen eye for detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a busy, fast-moving environment.
• Confident user of claims management systems and Microsoft Office.
• A proactive, collaborative attitude with genuine care for customer outcomes.

 
Join a fast-growing, data-driven syndicate on a mission to double its specialty reinsurance portfolio over the next five years. With a strong foundation and standout performance across niche lines — including cyber, terrorism, nuclear, surety, and more — this is a rare opportunity to shape strategy and drive growth for this truly global portfolio all from London. The book is weighted towards Cyber and terrorism, and a bias towards US cedents. 

You’ll be part of a high-performing reinsurance team, surrounded by peers who are experts in their classes and passionate about innovation. As Senior Underwriter, you’ll take full ownership of the specialty portfolio, with all the actuarial, claims and underwriting support needed to  enable smart, ambitious underwriting. The syndicate values curiosity, analytical thinking, and a first-principles approach to risk — not just class-specific experience. If you thrive on data, understand market dynamics, and want to think differently, this is your platform.

We’re looking for someone with the seniority, ambition, and drive to grow this portfolio. Whether your background is in reinsurance, insurance, or actuarial, your mindset is what matters most. You’ll be empowered to set strategy, challenge convention, and shape the future of specialty reinsurance — supported by training where needed. If you’re ready to make your mark in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you. To be seriously considered — especially if you’re coming from outside reinsurance underwriting — you’ll need a degree in an analytical discipline and a demonstrable growth mindset.

A leading global insurer is looking for a Senior Construction Underwriter to join its London team, with a dominant focus on UK CAR and Annuals risks,  The role involves underwriting major commercial projects—such as data centres, stadia, and residential developments—while also writing global risks. You’ll work closely with Risk Engineers and support two junior underwriters, contributing to a collaborative and technically strong team.

This is a strategic opportunity for someone with solid UK market experience—whether from a broker or underwriting background—who’s looking to broaden their global exposure. The company is known for writing business from the top down, leading on large accounts, and being viewed as technical experts. You’ll have the chance to influence client presentations, help shape their strategy around facilitised business, and play a key role in a team that values versatility, leadership, and independence.

Junior Business Development Manager – Commercial Insurance (MGA)
Many professionals in the insurance market often aspire to step into an Insurer Business Development Manager or Broker Development Manager role, but can’t quite see the right opportunity to make that move.

If that sounds familiar, this could be exactly what you’ve been waiting for.

A dynamic and fast-moving MGA with a strong market presence is seeking a Junior Business Development Manager to join its expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to manage and develop broker relationships, driving business performance across both virtual channels (phone and video) and face to face interactions with Brokers.
You will work closely with the Head of Sales & Distribution and the underwriting team to help manage and develop the company’s growth strategy. You’ll be responsible for a panel of partner brokers, creating joint business plans, supporting marketing and training initiatives, and ensuring all partners are positioned for success.

You’ll play a key role in strengthening broker engagement identifying growth opportunities, supporting strategic campaigns, and contributing valuable market insights to enhance overall performance.

To be considered you must have a commercial insurance sales background from a broking, insurer or an MGA.  You will be driven and self motivated with a strong sales track record and a natural ability to build and develop relationships.

This role can be fully home based and flexible with travel to offices in Leeds and Essex when required as well as Broker visits nationally.
A salary between £35,000 and £55,000 is available depending on experience and existing broker relationships.

To be considered and find out more click apply or email directly to arrange a conversation about the role.
richard.coleman@ipsgroup.co.uk

Are you a Motor Fleet Underwriter ready for a new challenge?  Are you at Underwriter level looking to move to Senior Underwriter or at Senior Underwriter looking to move to a different environment with a different strategy and risk appetite?  Now could be the time to make that move.  
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with leading brokers, manage complex portfolios, and contribute to the growth of business.
Key duties:

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of mid-market and complex motor fleet accounts, ensuring profitability and compliance with underwriting guidelines.
• Build and maintain strong trading relationships with brokers and clients through regular engagement, site visits, and strategic case discussions.
• Lead the development of underwriting strategies and contribute to product innovation and portfolio management.
• Represent the business at industry events, client meetings, and broker forums to promote our capabilities and drive new business.
• Mentor and support junior underwriters, fostering a high-performance culture and sharing technical expertise.
• Use data-driven insights and mobile decision support tools to make informed underwriting decisions.

To be considered you must have existing motor fleet underwriting experience this can be either new or existing business focused or a combination of both.