Underwriting Governance Analyst

Jensten

Greater London

Hybrid

GBP 35,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual pay review and bonus

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits options

Professional qualification study support

Discounts on cinema tickets and other perks

Job summary

A leading insurance MGA in the Greater London area is seeking a motivated individual for a role focused on underwriting governance. The position involves reviewing and updating policy documentation to ensure compliance, collaborating with teams, and supporting risk management processes. Candidates should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills are essential.
Ability to work collaboratively and manage priorities effectively.
Interest in insurance and willingness to learn is vital.

Responsibilities

Review and update underwriting and policy documentation for compliance.
Deliver accurate and concise policy wordings, guides, and endorsements.
Support risk management processes and maintain underwriting criteria.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Proactive problem-solving

Organizational skills

Job description

Do you enjoy reading, researching, and working with detailed information? This role offers the chance to develop expertise in underwriting governance and compliance within a dynamic insurance environment. You’ll help ensure our policy documentation and underwriting standards remain accurate, compliant, and aligned with regulatory requirements.

You’ll be based in either our Huntingdon or London office on a hybrid working basis, reporting directly to the Underwriting Governance Manager. This gives you the opportunity to learn and develop alongside an experienced team who will support your growth and help you build a strong foundation in underwriting governance.

Key Responsibilities

Review and update underwriting and policy documentation to ensure compliance.
Deliver accurate and concise policy wordings, guides, and endorsements for our products.
Work within change management frameworks and collaborate with trading teams to implement updates.
Support risk management processes and maintain underwriting criteria and terms.
Ensure timely issuance of documentation to brokers and stakeholders.

About You

You’ll be naturally curious and enjoy researching and interpreting complex information. Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively and manage priorities effectively. While insurance experience is not required, an interest in the industry and a willingness to learn will help you thrive.

You’ll also be or have:

Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
A proactive approach to problem‑solving.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A commitment to accuracy and compliance.

Benefits

Competitive salary with an annual pay review and bonus scheme.
27 days annual leave (includes a day off for your birthday and another for a religious holiday of your choice) + bank holidays.
Flex‑benefits – A range of flexible benefits to choose from, that are most important to you.
Group Life Assurance cover.
3 months Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave all fully paid.
Professional qualification study support relevant to your role and career.
Perks at Work – amazing discounts on cinema tickets, meals out, luxury items etc.
Holiday purchase scheme – up to 5 days annually.

About Us

Jensten Underwriting is the MGA within the Jensten Group, focused on being the underwriting partner of choice for brokers across the UK. We offer a broad range of insurance products, many of which can be traded online via our fast and efficient quote system. For more complex risks, brokers benefit from direct access to our experienced and empowered underwriters. Our commitment to service, product expertise, and collaborative approach sets us apart and helps us consistently deliver value to our broker partners.

At Jensten Group, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading insurance broking businesses — and we’re growing fast. Operating through six specialist divisions—Network Broking, Regional Broking, Schemes Broking, Specialist Lines, London Market Broking, and Underwriting—we deliver tailored insurance solutions directly to clients and through a network of trusted third‑party broking partners.

Our Connected Broker strategy brings together the capabilities of our retail broking, London Market expertise, underwriting strength, and broker network to deliver best‑in‑class outcomes for our clients. We handle around £650 million in Gross Written Premium each year and work closely with many of the UK’s top insurers, building strong, long‑standing partnerships.

In 2025, we entered an exciting new chapter with Bain Capital becoming our strategic investment partner — accelerating our ambition to build the to be the UK’s leading independent insurance broker - experts protecting what matters.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, Jensten offers opportunities to grow, thrive, and make a real impact.

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