Head of Casualty

An established specialist underwriting platform is launching a new Casualty practice and is looking for an ambitious underwriting leader to build it from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to shape a book from day one, with the backing of an experienced business and a remuneration model that rewards you directly for the success of what you create.The OpportunityCasualty is a strategic priority for the business, and this hire will set the direction for the entire line. You'll define the underwriting strategy and appetite, build and lead the team, and work closely with capacity providers to grow a profitable, sustainable portfolio. The business views this as a five-year journey and is looking for someone who wants to build something meaningful rather than inherit an existing book.About YouThe business is open to candidates from either an insurance or a reinsurance background. What matters most is:A strong track record of leading and growing a profitable Casualty portfolioInternational Casualty experience, which will be viewed particularly favourablyCredibility with capacity providers and the ability to support the case for backing a new lineEstablished broker and market relationshipsAn entrepreneurial mindset, and the drive and leadership to build a team and practice from scratchRemunerationThis role offers a highly differentiated package designed to align your rewards with the performance of the practice:A competitive base salary, benchmarked against Lloyd'sParticipation in a company-wide profit sharePractice-level economics: a share of the practice's operating profit after costs, calculated on an agreed split50% of any profit commission received on the practice's business, paid once receivedSignificant earning potential, with total earnings of 750,000-800,000 possible by year two for a particularly successful lineFor the right person, this is the chance to combine the freedom of building your own practice with the support of an established platform, and to be rewarded like an owner for doing it. For more information Please contact Ian at IDEXVisit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy.Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.Discipline(s): General InsuranceJob type: Permanent

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