Head of Portfolio Management (Insurance)

Bolton Associates; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Portfolio Steering Lead to enhance its portfolio steering capabilities. This role involves collaborating with the Chief Pricing Actuary to drive the underwriting strategy and lead significant projects in a hands-on environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in corporate insurance, advanced analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position promises competitive compensation and a workplace culture focused on diversity and collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive and above-market compensation

Collaborative, performance-driven environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Experience working closely with pricing and underwriting teams.
• Ability to turn qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights.
• Experience in performance management, FP&A, actuarial pricing or insurance consulting.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage the Pricing Review Group framework to evaluate portfolio performance.
• Lead the quarterly portfolio steering process.
• Integrate pricing perspectives into quarterly business reviews.

Skills

Strong knowledge of global corporate and specialty (re)insurance

Experience in portfolio steering

Advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel

Ability to present complex concepts simply

Strong relationship-building skills

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

Shape the Future of a Global (Re)Insurer (general insurance)

A leading international underwriter of insurance and reinsurance, with offices across major global markets, is seeking a Portfolio Steering Lead to help build and elevate its portfolio steering capabilities. Backed by strong financial strength ratings and a diversified global footprint, the organization blends deep risk expertise with a growing network of strategic partnerships.

Portfolio Steering Lead – Global Insurance & Reinsurance Group

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the underwriting strategy of a business committed to becoming best-in-class.

The Opportunity

As Portfolio Steering Lead, you will work closely with the Chief Pricing Actuary and CUO office to design, deliver, and embed a systematic approach to portfolio steering. This is a greenfield role suited to someone who can translate strategy into action—and thrives in a hands‑on, high‑impact environment.

What You’ll Lead

• Build and manage the Pricing Review Group framework to evaluate portfolio performance using consistent metrics.
• Lead the quarterly portfolio steering process and deliver high‑quality analysis with actionable insights.
• Work with pricing teams to cascade strategic actions down to individual accounts.
• Integrate pricing perspectives into quarterly business reviews and performance discussions.
• Build a structured program for line‑of‑business deep dives.
• Support planning cycles across the global business, including delegated business.
• Partner with data and analytics teams to develop tools and capabilities that enhance portfolio steering.
• Provide thought leadership on emerging topics such as cycle management.
• Prepare performance insights, exhibits, and commentary for senior leadership and board‑level reporting.
• (Optional) Support pricing work during peak renewal periods.

What You Bring

• Strong knowledge of global corporate and specialty (re)insurance.
• Experience in portfolio steering, performance management, FP&A, actuarial pricing, or insurance consulting.
• Ability to turn qualitative and quantitative data—sometimes imperfect—into clear, actionable insights.
• Experience working closely with pricing and underwriting teams.
• Advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel; exposure to tools like PowerBI advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex concepts simply.
• Strong relationship‑building skills and comfort operating in an international environment.

Why Join This Organization?

You’ll be part of a high‑performing global team aligned behind a clear purpose and committed to empowering people to apply their expertise. You’ll work in a culture defined by :

Integrity | Customer Focus | Solutions Mindset | Diversity | Collaboration

You can expect :

✨ Competitive and above‑market compensation

✨ A collaborative, performance‑driven environment

✨ Freedom to influence, build, and drive meaningful change

✨ A workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, and allyship