Senior Underwriter

4 weeks ago


StratforduponAvon, Warwickshire, United Kingdom https:jobs-redefined.cositemap Full time
Opportunity to Shape Our Underwriting Strategy

As a Senior Underwriter - Risk Strategy Specialist, you will play a critical role in influencing the shaping of our underwriting strategy and risk appetite. This hybrid role combines technical underwriting with strategic project involvement, providing variety and responsibility that significantly impacts business performance.

With 80% homeworking and 20% based from Stratford upon Avon, this position offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in underwriting to develop and refine risk appetite, determine appropriate rules and terms, and deliver profitable growth while managing insurance risk.

You will be responsible for translating strategic objectives into practical guidelines and processes for use by our Agents and Underwriters, ensuring consistency and optimal performance. Your responsibilities will include deep dives into data and metrics to understand performance deviations and inform strategy adjustments.

As the technical point of referral, you will handle complex cases and referrals, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fair outcomes for our members. Additionally, your input will be crucial in strategic projects focused on commercial growth and product development, helping shape the future risk mix and setting clear strategies for our regional and underwriting units.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and refine risk appetite and determine appropriate rules and terms
  • Translate strategic objectives into practical guidelines and processes
  • Manage specific industry sectors/customer segments
  • Handle complex cases and referrals
  • Contribute to strategic projects focused on commercial growth and product development
Requirements
  • Strong technical skills in underwriting commercial non-motor products
  • Good understanding of wider functions such as pricing
  • Proficient in data analysis, ideally with a particular aptitude for tools like Power BI
  • Strong relationship-building and influencing skills
  • Previous project management experience


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