Underwriting Business Analyst Lead - Large Corp & Specialty

Allianz; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in London is seeking an Underwriting Business Analyst Lead to shape the strategic direction of their regional Underwriting portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and experience in underwriting or financial analysis. Key responsibilities include analyzing regional portfolios, supporting claims analysis, and maintaining data quality. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with senior leadership and contribute to the company’s innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in International Underwriting P&C Business or related field.
• Ability to manage underwriting portfolios and analyze trends.
• Fluent English skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze regional portfolio for strategic underwriting decisions.
• Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support claims analysis and identify improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate regional reporting framework and maintain data quality.
• Collaborate with Global Performance Steering on P&L reviews.

Skills

Analytical expertise

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Risk assessment

Proactive learning

Education

Degree in Business Administration or relevant discipline

Job description

We are looking for an Underwriting Business Analyst Lead - Large Corp & Specialty, based in London.

Your Team

Our team is a dynamic and diverse group of professionals committed to driving excellence and innovation in the global insurance landscape. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where every member is encouraged to share ideas, challenge norms, and contribute to our collective success.

The Impact You Will Have

As a Business Analyst Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our regional Underwriting portfolio. Your analytical expertise will ensure precise KPI reporting, effective steering, diligent monitoring, and comprehensive natural catastrophe controlling where applicable. This role is central to driving informed decision-making and optimizing performance across our global operations.

You will collaborate directly with the Director UK and Practice Leaders, providing crucial support in identifying growth opportunities and enhancing our planning and budgeting processes. Your insights and recommendations will contribute significantly to our ability to innovate and expand, positioning us as leaders in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the regional portfolio to support strategic underwriting decisions of the regional LoB Heads.
• Analyze the regional portfolio and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support claims analysis to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate and maintain regional LoB reporting framework, including regular KPI reporting as well as overall maintenance of regional data quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with Global Performance Steering (GPS) to review LoB's P&L and challenge assumptions when necessary.
• Support the Director UK and practice group leaders in the identification of growth opportunities and development of targeting strategies.
• Analyze cost reports and contribute to expense management.
• Support Allianz steering Cycle (e.g. planning and portfolio reviews).
• Support governance topics such as business reviews.
• Support capacity and capital steering processes, including CAT modelling and monitoring.
• Participate in strategic regional/global LoB projects and initiatives by providing support and coordinating activities.

What You'll Bring to the Role

• Degree in Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Actuarial background or any other relevant discipline.
• Experience in International Underwriting P&C Business, Finance, Actuarial, or Reinsurance.
• Experience with relevant technical and financial analysis of industrial underwriting cases.
• Ability to manage the underwriting books, monitor appropriate investments and allocate funds; accordingly, analyze trends and scenario plans.
• Ability to assess risk inherent exposures and (natural) hazards relevant to LoB.
• Successful track of working in complex matrix and international environments.
• Agile mindset with a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication, presentation and intercultural skills.
• A willingness to learn and explore how AI can enhance your role and the broader organization.
• Fluent English skills.