Underwriting Operations Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic Operations Manager for their War & Terrorism team. This pivotal role involves enhancing underwriting strategies, driving operational efficiency, and collaborating with various teams to innovate and refine product offerings. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in the insurance sector, strong analytical and presentation skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join this dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of a specialist product line while empowering your career growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the insurance industry.
• Strong analytical, planning, and presentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director in developing strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with claims, actuarial, and product development teams.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Planning Skills

Presentation Skills

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Underwriting Operations Manager

Are you a dynamic and strategic professional looking for your next challenge in the insurance industry? Do you thrive in a high-impact role that requires analytical thinking, relationship-building, and innovative problem-solving? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!

Join a leading global insurance provider as an Operations Manager for the War & Terrorism team and play a key role in shaping the future of this specialist product line.

About the Role

As Operations Manager, you will work closely with senior leadership to develop new initiatives, enhance underwriting strategies, and drive operational efficiency. You'll be at the forefront of market innovation, helping to refine products, improve data insights, and strengthen key broker relationships.

What you'll be doing:

1. Supporting the Director in developing and executing strategic initiatives
2. Producing structured plans for introducing new product lines
3. Providing in-depth analysis for underwriting strategy enhancements
4. Maintaining underwriting policies and procedures
5. Collaborating with claims, actuarial, and product development teams
6. Leading training initiatives for underwriters and support staff
7. Auditing third-party service providers to maximise data utilisation
8. Working closely with catastrophe management and reinsurance teams
9. Preparing and presenting key management information (MI)

What you will bring:

1. 5+ years of experience in the insurance industry
2. Strong analytical, planning, and presentation skills
3. Experience in training, mentoring, and performance management
4. A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work across multiple teams
5. A proactive and strategic approach to problem-solving

Why join us:

We believe in empowering our people, supporting them to grow, and providing opportunities to make a real impact. This is more than a job - it's a chance to be part of an industry-leading team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional excellence.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and be part of something exceptional.