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head of underwriting

Fintelligent

<strong>Head of Underwriting London Competitive Salary + Opportunity for LTIP / Director Available.</strong>Our client is a bridging & development finance lender based in the heart of London. With a growing loan book and ambitions to scale further, they are now seeking an experienced Head of Underwriting to lead their underwriting division and play a pivotal role in the next stage of the company's growth.As Head of Underwriting, you'll be responsible for overseeing the entire underwriting function, ensuring deals are assessed efficiently, consistently, and within the company's risk appetite. This is a hands-on role with strategic input perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.<strong>Experience & Requirements</strong><ul> <li>A breadth of knowledge and experience within bridging / development finance underwriting, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role</li><li>Strong knowledge of the UK property market, lending structures, and risk management</li><li>An understanding of conveyancing law & the ability to understand planning & financial statements</li><li>Excellent communication and decision-making skills and the ability to plan and set appropriate performance measurements</li><li>A proactive leader with the ability to manage multiple cases and priorities</li><li>Comfortable working in a boutique or SME environment with a hands-on approach</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and sound judgement</li></ul> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><ul> <li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of underwriters, ensuring high performance and adherence to lending policies</li><li>Assess complex bridging and development loan applications</li><li>Maintain and improve underwriting processes and procedures in line with industry best practices</li><li>Act as the final sign-off for high-value or complex deals</li><li>Work closely with senior leadership team to align underwriting strategy with business objectives</li><li>Ensure all loans are underwritten in compliance with regulatory and internal credit risk guidelines</li><li>Liaise with key stakeholders including brokers, valuers, solicitors, and internal teams</li><li>Oversee credit paper preparation and present at credit committees when necessary</li><li>Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform underwriting and risk strategies</li></ul> <strong>Why Join?</strong><ul> <li>Opportunity to shape and lead the credit function of a growing lender</li><li>Work directly with senior leadership team and influence business strategy</li><li>A supportive and entrepreneurial working environment</li><li>A unique opportunity to work towards a senior leadership position gaining equity in the future.</li></ul> To express an interest in this opportunity please contact Charlotte Walker at Fintelligent today, or share your CV for immediate consideration.

Head of Underwriting

Chubb Insurance

<div><p><b>Role Purpose:
</b><br>
This senior role is central to the profitability and strategic growth of the Commercial Insurance Divisions&rsquo;s Property portfolio in the UKI. The purpose is to steward the portfolio's performance, bearing a shared responsibility for its overall underwriting profit. This entails a blend of risk selection, disciplined portfolio management, and the cultivation of strategic underwriting strategies. The role is accountable for achieving premium, loss ratio, and expense targets by actively shaping the book's composition and ensuring underwriting discipline. A key aspect of the role is to serve as a technical referral point and to champion Chubb&rsquo;s underwriting disciplines in Commercial Insurance.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities<br>
</b></p><p></p><p><b>Strategic Underwriting and Portfolio Stewardship
</b></p><ul><li><div>Oversee the CI (MM, LMM exc DCI) property business portfolio, including IPs.
</div></li><li><div>Develop, implement, and communicate underwriting strategies to the CI property and package teams.
</div></li><li><div>Use portfolio insights and trend analysis to influence and refine underwriting strategies.
</div></li><li><div>Monitor actual performance against plan, manage pricing decisions, and provide input into planning and budgeting.
</div></li><li><div>Ensure disciplined risk selection and portfolio management to achieve premium, loss ratio, and expense targets.
</div></li><li><div>Serve as a technical referral point for complex risks and underwriting queries.<br>
</div></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Trading Partner and Market Engagement
</b></p><ul><li><div>Build and maintain relationships with key brokers and large clients.
</div></li><li><div>Negotiate terms and represent Chubb&rsquo;s interests in the market.
</div></li><li><div>Act as a Client Executive for a select portfolio of strategic clients, ensuring the highest level of service and reinforcing Chubb&rsquo;s commitment to partnership.<br>
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<br>
</div></li></ul><div><b>Regional Portfolio Governance &amp; Pipeline Management
</b></div><ul><li><div>Manage authority delegation within CI, either directly if authorised or in coordination with the Head of CI.
</div></li><li><div>Liaise between Head of Property UKI, COG, and UKI Management for all CI property matters.
</div></li><li><div>Maintain open communication with internal stakeholders (e.g., claims, loss control, actuarial) to ensure a unified strategy on key accounts.
</div></li><li><div>Act as a referral point for other regions on risks with exposures in your geographic or technical area of expertise, promoting knowledge sharing and consistent risk assessment.<br>
</div></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Market Engagement and Travel
</b></p><ul><li><div>Travel regularly to each of the region's Chubb offices to align on strategy, share best practices, and provide support to local teams.
</div></li><li><div>Undertake regular travel to meet with key brokers and clients as required to build relationships, negotiate terms, and ensure a strong physical presence in all UKI regions.<br>
</div></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Financial Performance and Operational Accountability
</b></p><ul><li><div>Monitor and report on portfolio performance, including analysis of loss ratios, trends, and aggregate exposures.
</div></li><li><div>Drive strategic underwriting decisions to achieve target returns and portfolio profitability.
</div></li><li><div>Provide input into planning and budgeting processes.
</div></li><li><div>Uphold the highest standards of the company's risk culture, ensuring full compliance with all internal guidelines, regulatory requirements, and fairness and transparency principles within MAD.<br>
</div></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Client Service and Leadership
</b></p><ul><li><div>Champion an inclusive and high-performing team culture by mentoring, training, and developing less experienced underwriters.
</div></li><li><div>Share knowledge on underwriting philosophy and portfolio management.
</div></li><li><div>Ensure open and effective communication with the CI team on all relevant property and package matters.</div></li></ul></div>
<br><div><ul><li><div>In depth, proven experience in commercial Property underwriting, with significant exposure to large accounts or complex risks and a demonstrable track record of portfolio profitability.
</div></li><li><div>ACII qualification required.
</div></li><li><div>Expert-level technical underwriting ability, including manuscripting policies, structuring complex deals, and utilising advanced pricing techniques.
</div></li><li><div>Demonstrable experience in active portfolio management, including analysis of loss ratios, trends, and aggregate exposures.
</div></li><li><div>Proven history of building and maintaining profitable relationships with key brokers and large clients, with senior-level negotiation skills.
</div></li><li><div>Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to both internal and external stakeholders.
</div></li><li><div>Strategic, results-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-based culture.
</div></li><li><div>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills for portfolio analysis and modelling.<br>
</div></li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Leadership Competencies<br>
</b></h3><div></div><div>We seek a leader who exemplifies:
</div><ul><li><div><b>Business Acumen: </b>A keen understanding of the P&amp;L drivers of an insurance portfolio, using technical and market knowledge to make data-driven decisions.
</div></li><li><div><b>Influence: </b>A collaborative influencer who builds deep, trust-based relationships to achieve strategic outcomes.
</div></li><li><div><b>Execution &amp; Ownership: </b>Takes full accountability for their assigned book, demonstrating persistence to deliver results.
</div></li><li><div><b>Integrity &amp; Courage: </b>A role model who upholds Chubb&rsquo;s values and ensures the prioritisation of good customer outcomes.
</div></li><li><div><b>Strategic Focus: </b>Incorporates a long-term perspective on market trends into daily underwriting and portfolio management activities.<br>
</div></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
<b>Performance Measures:<br>
</b></div><div></div><div>Performance is evaluated against annual goals directly tied to the health and success of the Property portfolio, with focus on:<br>
</div><div></div><ul><li><div><b>Profit &amp; Financials: </b>Achievement of gross and net premium targets, loss ratio goals, and overall contribution to the division's underwriting profit.
</div></li><li><div><b>Expense Management: </b>Performance against budgets for commissions and T&amp;E expenditure.
</div></li><li><div><b>Portfolio Management: </b>Metrics on renewal retention, new business hit ratios, and diversification of risk.
</div></li><li><div><b>Customer &amp; Broker Engagement: </b>Client and broker satisfaction, retention rates, and successful expansion of relationships.
</div></li><li><div><b>People &amp; Culture: </b>Contributions to team development and fostering an inclusive environment.
</div></li><li><div><b>Risk &amp; Compliance: </b>Adherence to underwriting authority, compliance guidelines, and treating customers fairly</div></li></ul></div>
<br>Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally.

UKI Commercial Insurance Property Manager

KFS Recruitment

<p><strong>Underwriter</strong></p><p><strong>Bridging Finance</strong></p><p><strong>London</strong></p><p>We are currently working with a fast-growing lender, who are looking for a Bridging Underwriter to join the team.</p><p>The Sales and Underwriting teams are currently expanding, to ensure the business can grow and continue to deliver exceptional service.</p><p>Your main responsibility will be to work within the Underwriting team, to ensure effective risk management and seamless drawdown of funds to borrowers.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Liaising with valuers, solicitors, and intermediaries</li><li>Ensuring all files are complete and accurate</li><li>Ensuring all deals comply with the Company's lending criteria</li><li>Completing all credit papers accurately</li><li>Projecting positivity, professionalism, and knowledge across all communications</li><li>Working closely with the whole business to ensure deals progress smoothly and efficiently</li></ul><p><strong>Key skills / Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Analytical and methodical thinking</li><li>Ability to take ownership</li><li>Successful task management, to deliver high quality service</li><li>Previous underwriting experience within Financial Services (Ideally bridging finance)</li><li>Ability to communicate at all levels</li><li>A can-do attitude</li><li>A flexible approach to work</li><li>A confident communicator</li><li>Self-motivation</li></ul>

Bridging Underwriter

Montpellier Resourcing

<p><strong>Up to £80,000 plus excellent bonus and benefits</strong></p><p><strong>Please note this role is 5 days in the office. </strong></p><p>A leading, independent provider of commercial real estate, bridging finance, and buy-to-let mortgages is seeking a proactive and driven <strong>Relationship Manager</strong> to join their growing Commercial Real Estate team. The company specialises in offering tailored financial solutions to commercial real estate professionals, investors, and intermediaries. In this role, you will serve as the primary contact for a portfolio of commercial clients, driving engagement, retention, and new lending opportunities. You will work with loan management, underwriting, and business development teams to deliver an excellent client experience and ensure a smooth commercial property loan lifecycle.</p><p><strong>Duties of the Commercial Real Estate Relationship Manager to include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Client Relationship Management:</strong> Act as the lead point of contact for clients with commercial property portfolios, introducing them to the full scope of support available. Ensure high levels of service to secure repeat business and referrals.</li><li><strong>Identifying & Growing Lending Opportunities:</strong> Re-engage previous commercial clients to explore future funding needs, identify opportunities for refinancing or expansion within their commercial property portfolios, and transition clients between products to maximise value.</li><li><strong>Internal Collaboration:</strong> Liaise with all internal departments, including Loan Management, Legal, and Underwriting, to develop and execute relationship strategies for commercial clients. Support the Business Development team as needed.</li><li><strong>Client Experience & Continuous Improvement:</strong> Support commercial property loan cases through the underwriting process, manage client feedback to recommend service improvements, and resolve client issues professionally. Stay informed on market trends and competitor activity.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements for the successful Commercial Real Estate Relationship Manager:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in relationship management within <strong>commercial real estate lending</strong> is essential</li><li>Strong understanding of commercial loan structures, products, and the UK property finance market.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and build long-term client relationships.</li><li>Knowledge of underwriting and loan servicing processes for commercial property.</li><li>Existing network of commercial property professionals or intermediaries.</li></ul><p></p><p>This vacancy is being advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited. The services advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited are those of an Employment Agency.</p><p></p>

Commercial Real Estate Relationship Manager

eTeam Inc

<p>Role Title: Radar Live Product Configuration Developer</p><p>Location: London</p><p>Duration: 31/03/2026</p><p>Days on site: 2 days</p><p></p><p>Role Description:</p><p>We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Radar Live Product Configuration Developer to join our growing insurance technology team. You will be responsible for configuring, customizing, and maintaining pricing models in Radar Live platform to support our underwriting and rating processes. This is a hands-on technical role involving close collaboration with actuarial, underwriting, and IT teams.</p><p></p><p> Key Responsibilities: </p><p>• Develop and configure pricing structures, rules, and decision logic using Radar Live.</p><p>• Translate actuarial models and business requirements into accurate technical implementations.</p><p>• Design and manage test cases to validate pricing configuration and ensure consistency.</p><p>• Maintain version control and deployment pipelines for Radar Live configurations.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including actuaries, underwriters, and IT professionals.</p><p>• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues with pricing models and integrations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal governance standards.</p><p>• Participate in peer reviews and contribute to best practices in Radar Live development.</p><p></p><p> Required Skills & Qualifications: </p><p>• Strong experience with Radar Live and Radar Base configuration.</p><p>• Proficient in scripting logic, rating algorithm development, and pricing rule configuration.</p><p>• Knowledge of insurance pricing, underwriting processes, and actuarial principles.</p><p>• Familiarity with JSON, XML, or similar data structures used for model inputs/outputs.</p><p>• Experience integrating Radar Live with policy administration systems (e.g., Guidewire, Duck Creek) is a plus.</p><p>• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</p><p>• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.</p><p>• Understanding of cloud-based deployment environments (e.g., Azure, AWS).</p><p>• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for Radar model deployment.</p>

Radar Live Product Configuration Developer

Adecco

<p><strong>Technical Pricing Manager</strong></p> <p><strong>Hybrid / Remote - London</strong><strong>£80,000 - £85,000 + Bonus & Benefits</strong></p> <p>Are you an experienced <strong>insurance pricing professional</strong> ready to take the next step in your career? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a <strong>forward-thinking, data-driven insurer</strong> as a <strong>Technical Pricing Manager</strong>, where you'll lead the development of advanced pricing models and strategies across key personal lines products.</p> <p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p> <p>In this pivotal role, you'll take ownership of <strong>statistical risk modelling and pricing frameworks</strong> for products including <strong>Private Car, Van, Bike, and Household</strong>. Working closely with expert teams across pricing, underwriting, and data science, you'll use your analytical expertise to inform strategic decisions that drive both <strong>profitability and market competitiveness</strong>.</p> <p>This is a brilliant role for a technically strong, commercially minded pricing specialist who wants to combine <strong>hands-on modelling</strong> with <strong>strategic influence</strong> in a business that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the design, development, and refinement of <strong>pricing models</strong> and <strong>risk segmentation frameworks</strong> across multiple personal lines portfolios.</li><li>Apply <strong>statistical and machine learning techniques</strong> to identify performance trends, insights, and opportunities for optimisation.</li><li>Support the execution of <strong>pricing and underwriting strategies</strong> that balance growth, retention, and profitability.</li><li>Deliver clear, actionable insights and present recommendations to senior stakeholders across pricing, underwriting, and finance.</li><li>Champion innovation by identifying and implementing enhancements to models, tools, data sources, and analytical processes.</li></ul> <p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong background in <strong>insurance pricing</strong> or <strong>actuarial analysis</strong>, ideally within personal lines.</li><li>Proven ability to develop, interpret, and optimise <strong>complex predictive and statistical models</strong>.</li><li>Technical proficiency in <strong>Python</strong> or <strong>R</strong> for data manipulation, modelling, and analysis.</li><li>Experience with <strong>Emblem</strong>, <strong>Radar</strong>, or similar pricing software is highly desirable.</li><li>Excellent understanding of <strong>pricing, underwriting, and risk modelling principles</strong> within general insurance.</li><li>Skilled communicator able to translate technical detail into business insight.</li></ul> <p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Hybrid working model</strong> with flexibility to work from home or the office.</li><li><strong>Competitive salary</strong> plus annual bonus and comprehensive benefits package.</li><li><strong>Health and wellbeing support</strong>, including private medical cover and wellness initiatives.</li><li><strong>Generous holiday allowance</strong>, including bank holidays.</li><li><strong>Continuous professional development</strong>, with access to ongoing training and actuarial study support.</li><li>A <strong>collaborative culture</strong> that promotes innovation, accuracy, and growth.</li></ul> <p><strong>Inclusion & Accessibility</strong></p> <p>Our client is committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process where needed.</p> <p><strong>Apply Now</strong></p> <p>If you're passionate about <strong>insurance pricing</strong> and want to use your technical expertise to drive smarter, more profitable decisions - we'd love to hear from you.</p>

Technical Pricing Manager

<p><strong>Up to £100,000 plus EXCELLENT bonus and benefits</strong></p> <p><strong>Hybrid Working Available!</strong></p> <p>A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Underwriter to join the Buy to Let department at a leading specialist Property Lending company based in the heart of London. You will be responsible for approving new mortgage applications within the Standard, Professional and portfolio But To Let product offering, and working to add value to the entire BTL process. <strong>You will also be repsonsible for managing more junior members of the team.</strong></p> <p><strong>Duties of the Buy to Let Underwriter:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Foster strong partnerships with the BTL Underwriting and Credit teams.</li><li>Provide input and authorize credit decisions within delegated authority to promote responsible portfolio growth in alignment with Credit Policy.</li><li>Assess and underwrite mortgage applications with higher risk profiles.</li><li>Make lending decisions in accordance with the Credit Risk Policy, Responsible Lending Policy, and individual mandate limits.</li><li>Act as an escalation point for team members, offering guidance, coaching, and training where necessary.</li><li>Take a holistic approach to applications, considering overall customer needs and outcomes.</li><li>Oversee new applications, correspondence, and pre-submission queries while meeting service level agreements.</li><li>Proactively manage a pipeline of applications from submission through to completion.</li><li>Collaborate with a pre-approved panel of Introducers to ensure swift, accurate, and consistent underwriting outcomes.</li><li>Adhere to internal guidelines and regulatory frameworks, including FCA, PRA, AML, Financial Crime Prevention, and Data Protection standards.</li><li>Take on project responsibilities and complete ad-hoc tasks as directed by management.</li></ul> <p><strong>Requirements for the successful Buy to Let Underwriter:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 5 years' experience within underwriting and / or credit exposure within the BTL / Portfolio BTL market</li><li>Candidates will currently be holding a non-entry level lending mandate</li><li>Candidates must have managerial experience</li><li>Experience liaising with Introducers and external customers</li><li>CeMAP Qualified highly desirable</li><li>Understanding and experience of the regulatory environment</li></ul> <p>This vacancy is being advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited. The services advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited are those of an Employment Agency.</p>

Senior Buy to Let Underwriter

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