Underwriting Manager - Latent Defects - North Yorkshire/North East

Cryer Baker Recruitment Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Building Warranty company in North Yorkshire is seeking a Latent Defects Underwriting Manager to join their established team. The role involves managing teams, ensuring financial compliance, and embedding a culture of change and innovation. Candidates must hold Corporate Membership of The Chartered Insurance Institute and demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Corporate Membership of The Chartered Insurance Institute required.
• Thorough understanding of FCA requirements necessary.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Implement audit and enforcement systems for financial compliance.
• Lead and manage the underwriting team effectively.
• Ensure claims processes comply with FCA regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Compliance knowledge

Education

Corporate Membership of The Chartered Insurance Institute

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Underwriting Manager - Latent Defects - North Yorkshire/North East

We are working with a reputable Building Warranty company seeking a Latent Defects Underwriting Manager to join their established team in North Yorkshire.

Role Responsibilities

• Implement audit and enforcement systems to ensure financial compliance with FCA standards.
• Manage controls and monitoring related to insurance sales.
• Develop and oversee underwriting processes for Building Warranties and other insurance products.
• Coordinate with the Administration Manager to ensure the quote and application process meets all requirements.
• Work with the Technical Manager to establish financial and technical checks on Developers to monitor clients.
• Collaborate with the Finance Manager to control and monitor client funds.
• Ensure claims processes are managed in line with FCA regulations, in partnership with the management team.
• Supervise inspection and surveying processes through the Technical Manager.
• Lead and manage the team effectively, fostering a culture of change and continuous improvement.
• Embed a philosophy of embracing change, building a resilient and adaptable workforce.
• Demonstrate transformational leadership, managing change in a structured way while engaging the team.
• Be solutions-focused, self-sufficient, and capable of problem-solving across various areas.
• Adapt leadership style to motivate and gain support from others.
• Introduce innovative practices within the insurance aspects of the business, advising the Board on strategies.
• Share best practices and celebrate successes across the organization.
• Motivate the underwriting team to perform at their best.
• Manage underperformance with HR support, and develop talent for succession planning.
• Make proactive and difficult decisions when necessary.
• Work effectively in a collaborative manner, engaging with key stakeholders to achieve goals.
• Manage conflicts and high-performance dynamics within the team.
• Apply excellent analytical and reasoning skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold Corporate Membership of The Chartered Insurance Institute.
• Have a thorough understanding of FCA requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook.

The company offers a competitive salary up to £55,000 depending on experience, along with excellent benefits.

For further information, please contact Andy Baker at 07834 596414 / 0113 4931720 or via email at [e-mail].