Life and Service UW Director – 28884

The Emerald Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is looking for a Life Underwriting Director to manage and drive transformational change across its underwriting processes. This role involves defining strategies, mentoring team members, and implementing initiatives to optimize operations. Candidates should have substantial experience in life underwriting and strong leadership attributes, along with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. The position offers a hybrid working model based in Bournemouth or London.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading teams in the financial or insurance sectors.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience in life underwriting.
• Ability to drive strategy and cultural change within teams.

Responsibilities

• Define the strategy for Life Adviser Service Operations.
• Provide mentorship and develop team members' skills.
• Implement transformational change initiatives to optimize processes.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Transformational Change Management

Sales Strategy Alignment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field

Job description

Overview

The Life Underwriting Director will play a pivotal role in managing and driving transformational change across their underwriting processes

• Location: Hybrid (Bournemouth or London)
• Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Define the strategy and plan for Life Adviser Service Operations in alignment with the overall business strategy and goals
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities for team members
• Create a high-performance culture where people have the freedom and desire to develop and aspirations to over achieve
• Drive and implement transformational change initiatives to optimize underwriting & service processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Evidence of working at senior levels and sales teams
• Private Medical, Life or Insurance experience
• Excellent leadership attributes
• Substantial experience in life underwriting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role