Underwriting Manager

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and analytical Underwriting Manager to lead their underwriting team in Birmingham . This critical role involves overseeing the risk assessment and pricing strategies for various insurance products, ensuring profitability and adherence to company guidelines. You will be responsible for developing underwriting policies, managing a team of underwriters, and collaborating with sales and product development to achieve business objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced underwriter looking to step into a leadership position within a reputable financial services firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of insurance underwriters, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and implement underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures to ensure sound risk selection and pricing.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and financial data to inform underwriting strategies.
• Review and approve complex or high-risk insurance applications, providing expert judgment.
• Collaborate with sales, actuarial, and claims departments to ensure alignment and optimize profitability.
• Monitor underwriting performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in insurance underwriting , with a significant portion in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles, financial analysis, and pricing methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team of professionals.
• Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to interpret complex data.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ACII) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with attractive bonus structure.
• Stable, office-based role in a central Birmingham location.
• Comprehensive employee benefits including private medical insurance and life assurance.
• Company-sponsored pension plan with generous contributions.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and executive training programs.