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Residential Underwriter
Leeds – Hybrid Working
c.£40k + bens (neg)
A unique opportunity has arisen to join a specialist title services business with a strong presence in the property sector. This role offers a mix of technical underwriting and customer-focused decision-making, all within a highly knowledgeable and collaborative team based in central Leeds.
We’re recruiting for two Residential Underwriters to join a small but experienced team. These roles have been relocated from London, offering an exciting chance to grow the Leeds hub.
The Opportunity:
- Join a well-established group known for its expertise in title-related risk management.
- Support the underwriting of residential (and eventually commercial) title risks across a diverse range of cases – from straightforward matters to highly bespoke, complex transactions.
- Handle enquiries from solicitors and brokers, allocating and managing cases based on experience and technical ability.
- Play a key role in maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to the continuous improvement of underwriting practices and product offerings.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Assess and underwrite a range of residential property risks, with the chance to expand into commercial work.
- Provide input into product development, customer experience, and marketing materials.
- Help guide and train junior colleagues as needed, contributing to team development.
- Participate in client-facing activities, presentations, and occasional events.
- Develop your skills and authority level, typically starting with a £5m underwriting limit and increasing with experience.
About You:
- You may come from a legal, conveyancing, title insurance or property underwriting background – perhaps a solicitor, legal exec, paralegal, conveyancer or experienced underwriter.
- Experience with residential transactions (purchase, sale, remortgage, leasehold, new build, etc.) is essential.
- A strong understanding of risk assessment, regulatory awareness, and commercial thinking is important.
- You'll be enthusiastic, customer-focused, and keen to learn – a true team player who takes initiative and delivers high-quality work under pressure.
- Knowledge of or exposure to title insurance is highly desirable, but full training is provided.
The Package:
- Salary depending on experience
- Excellent benefits package
- Hybrid working – typically 3 days per week in the central Leeds office (non-contractual)
- Supportive team of experienced senior underwriters and trainees
- Long-term career development with opportunities to broaden into commercial work
Why Apply?You’ll be joining a respected specialist company with an outstanding track record in title protection. The Leeds office is a growing hub of activity, offering a balance of expertise and fresh talent in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture. If you thrive in a busy, quality-driven environment where no two days are the same, this could be your next step.
This role is being managed by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment
