Project Manager - Insurance

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a proactive Project Manager to drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency in underwriting. The role involves product development, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement, offering a dynamic opportunity for growth and innovation within a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Company contribution into a personal pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlements

Funding for professional qualifications, including CII

Wellness programme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Annual charity/community day

Free on-site parking

Company events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing complex projects within insurance or financial services.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product design and delivery, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements in underwriting operations.
• Collaborate on AI integration to enhance decision-making in underwriting.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Professional qualifications and certifications

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06.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Project Manager – Product delivery & Digital Transformation

Location: NBS House, Aire Valley Business Park, Wagon Lane, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 1WA

NBS Underwriting is a leading Managing General Agent (MGA) based in Bingley, West Yorkshire. We specialise in delivering over 40 competitive and market-leading insurance products across various sectors, including commercial combined, professional indemnity, property owners, and licensed trade insurance. Our commitment to innovation and service excellence has positioned us as one of the fastest-growing MGAs in the UK.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This newly created role is pivotal in supporting the Underwriting Director to drive strategic initiatives, manage cross-functional projects, and enhance operational efficiency within our underwriting division. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and a keen understanding of the insurance industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Development & Delivery: Assist with the design, development, and lead the delivery of new insurance products, ensuring they meet market demands and regulatory requirements.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements within underwriting operations and implement solutions to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• AI Integration: Collaborate with IT and underwriting teams to integrate artificial intelligence tools that enhance underwriting accuracy and decision-making processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal teams, including underwriting, claims, compliance, and IT, to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure project deliverables meet expectations.
• Risk Management: Assess project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management, highlighting progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Project Management Expertise: Proven experience in managing complex projects, preferably within the insurance or financial services sector.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with experience in stakeholder management.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of underwriting processes and insurance products is advantageous.
• Company contribution into a personal pension scheme.
• Life and Critical Illness Cover.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Funding and support for professional qualifications and certifications, including CII.
• Generous holiday entitlements, including additional holiday on your birthday and the option to buy or sell days.
• Wellness programme with organised wellbeing events throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Free on-site parking.
• Annual charity/community day – allowing employees to take time to volunteer.
• Company events.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Application Process

If you are passionate about driving change and have the expertise to manage projects that enhance underwriting operations, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role to [emailprotected] .

NBS Underwriting is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.