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
Bedrijfswagen
Maaltijdcheques
Telefoon en abonnement
Onkostenvergoeding
Tankkaart
Interne & externe trainings
Groepsverzekering
Hospitalisatieverzekering
Eindejaarspremie(s)
Bonus
Telewerken
Team-building & incentives
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