Underwriter

Underwriter in Liability - Insurance sector

For one of our clients in insurance, we are actively looking for a Liability Underwriter in Brussels.

An international insurance company with a strong European presence is currently looking for a Liability Underwriter to strengthen its Corporate Underwriting team in Belgium.

This role offers the opportunity to combine technical underwriting expertise with relationship management in a dynamic and international environment focused on long-term partnerships and sustainable growth.

Your Role

As part of the Liability Underwriting team, you will manage and develop a portfolio of corporate liability risks while acting as a trusted advisor for brokers and clients.

You will assess complex risks, provide underwriting expertise, and contribute to the profitable expansion of the portfolio through both technical excellence and commercial engagement.

The role combines analytical thinking, negotiation, market awareness, and client interaction.

Role

Underwriting & Portfolio Management

Underwrite new business opportunities and manage renewals within the liability portfolio
Analyze and assess risks in accordance with underwriting guidelines and risk appetite
Handle files from initial assessment through policy issuance and follow-up
Work on different liability lines such as:
Public Liability
Product Liability
Environmental Liability
Broader casualty-related risks

Broker & Client Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and corporate clients
Act as a key point of contact for underwriting discussions and negotiations
Participate in client meetings, broker visits, and presentations
Deliver a high level of responsiveness and service quality

Market Analysis & Strategy

Monitor market developments, claims evolution, and underwriting trends
Identify commercial opportunities and contribute to portfolio steering initiatives
Support product enhancements and underwriting improvements based on market insights

Business Contribution

Contribute actively to the achievement of business targets and profitability objectives
Collaborate closely with colleagues across underwriting, claims, and risk functions
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and knowledge sharing within the team

Profile

Experience & Education

Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Minimum 3 years of underwriting experience within:
General Liability
Casualty lines
Corporate insurance environments

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of liability insurance products and underwriting principles
Ability to assess complex corporate risks and make sound underwriting decisions
Commercially minded while maintaining strong risk awareness

Languages

Fluent in Dutch, French, and English (written and spoken)

Soft Skills

Autonomous and proactive mindset
Strong interpersonal and networking skills
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities
Team-oriented approach with a sense of ownership
Curious, adaptable, and eager to continue learning

Offer

International and people-oriented working environment
High level of autonomy and exposure within the business
Strong technical learning and development opportunities
Collaborative culture focused on expertise and long-term partnerships
Competitive salary package ranging from 80k 120k gross annually with attractive fringe benefits
Opportunity to grow within a well-established international insurance group

Avantages