Senior Commercial Underwriter

1 month ago

Wales, United Kingdom MERJE Full time

Underwriting Lead/ Senior Underwriter - Commercial

Location: South Wales - Hybrid

Circa £40k

MERJE are seeking a 1st line underwriting lead for a leading financial services company. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a newly formed commercial underwriting team within a well known household brand to drive growth and innovation in the SME market. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong leadership and relationship skills to deliver exceptional service to customers and brokers.

This team is dedicated to serving small businesses with agility and reliability. As part of a FTSE100 group, they combine start-up dynamism with established backing to deliver personalised products and superior customer experiences in the underserved SME market.

The Role

The 1st line underwriting lead will lead a team providing first-class broker partner engagement and technical underwriting support. This role offers the chance to shape the success of a growing team, drive digital innovation, and contribute to the company's expansion strategy.

Key Responsibilities of the 1st line underwriting lead:

  • Lead and develop a team of underwriters to meet service targets and ensure exceptional customer outcomes
  • Drive innovation in service delivery through digital and automation opportunities
  • Analyse underwriting data to inform decision-making and improve processes
  • Collaborate with the Governance Team to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements
  • Manage relationships with internal teams and external partners effectively

Required knowledge and experience for the 1st line underwriting lead role:

  • Proven experience in underwriting, with a solid understanding of risk assessment and insurance principles
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive, hands-on approach
  • Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., Cert CII, Diploma in Insurance)
  • Proficiency in using various Policy Administration Systems (PAS) or underwriting technology

If you're ready to take on the challenge of the 1st line underwriting lead position and contribute to the growth of an innovative financial services company, apply now


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