Motor Underwriting Strategy Leader

Allianz Management Services Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in the UK is seeking a Head of Underwriting - Motor to guide the technical direction of its Personal Lines portfolio. This hybrid position involves product management, technical governance, and collaboration across teams. Ideal candidates will have significant underwriting experience, knowledge of industry standards, and a proven ability to drive innovation in motor insurance. Competitive salary and flexible benefits are included.

Benefits

Flexible buy/sell holiday options

Hybrid working

Annual performance related bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Professional development days

Discounts on insurance products

Retail discounts

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Substantial underwriting and/or portfolio management experience is essential.
• Knowledge and experience of underwriting rules and product development.
• Insurance industry knowledge required, participation in industry discussions preferred.
• Previous role in a senior underwriting position is a must.
• Project management steering experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert underwriting guidance and oversee risk acceptance.
• Drive technical leadership across the business.
• Develop and maintain appealing insurance products.
• Ensure compliance with governance and regulatory standards.
• Assess new underwriters and develop existing team.

Skills

Underwriting and portfolio management experience

Knowledge of underwriting rules development

Experience in personal lines trading environment

Insurance industry knowledge

Previous senior underwriting position

Project management experience

Job description

A leading insurance provider in the UK is seeking a Head of Underwriting - Motor to guide the technical direction of its Personal Lines portfolio. This hybrid position involves product management, technical governance, and collaboration across teams. Ideal candidates will have significant underwriting experience, knowledge of industry standards, and a proven ability to drive innovation in motor insurance. Competitive salary and flexible benefits are included.