Senior Underwriting Director

5 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Lawes Insurance Recruitment Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Underwriting Officer (CUO) to lead our clients London underwriting team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong background in underwriting, operations, and commercial insurance.

About the Role
  • Develop and execute an underwriting strategy to achieve company goals and objectives
  • Lead and mentor a team of underwriters, providing guidance and support in complex risk assessment and pricing decisions
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of underwriting processes with overall business operations
  • Oversee the development and implementation of underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures
  • Monitor underwriting performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement
Key Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field; Master's degree preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in underwriting and commercial insurance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Proven track record of developing and implementing successful underwriting strategies
  • Strong knowledge of underwriting operations, risk assessment, and pricing models
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
  • Understanding of industry regulations and compliance requirements
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to set underwriting strategy and goals
  • Provide leadership and guidance to underwriting team members
  • Review and approve complex underwriting decisions
  • Analyse underwriting performance metrics and develop action plans for improvement

The estimated salary for this position is £80,000 - £120,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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