Underwriting Team leader

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading fintech firm as an Underwriting Team Leader in Central London! This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic team, overseeing underwriting applications while ensuring top-notch performance and quality control. With a focus on training and development, you'll foster a collaborative environment and drive process improvements. Enjoy a modern office with excellent facilities, including an on-site gym and social events, all while contributing to a company that values innovation and career progression. If you're a motivated leader with a passion for finance, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Stock options

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

On-site gym

Subsidised lunches

Monthly office massages

Allowances for late working meals

Social events

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a leadership role is required.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 5-10, overseeing underwriting applications for key regions.
• Provide training, coaching, and motivation to team members.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Performance Management

Job description

• Join an award-winning fintech
• Modern office with excellent facilities in Central London

About Our Client

The client is a leading embedded financing platform working with major global e-commerce and payment service providers. Their AI-driven credit assessment and financial services solutions enable businesses to access fast, flexible, and affordable funding across multiple geographies.

Job Description

The ideal Underwriting Team Leader will:

• Manage a team of 5-10, overseeing underwriting applications for key European regions.
• Set clear team goals, monitor performance, and ensure effective day-to-day operations.
• Provide training, coaching, and motivation to team members while maintaining quality control.
• Liaise with stakeholders, including auditors, and assist with credit decisions on large exposures.
• Contribute to process improvements and participate in hiring and training new employees.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Underwriting Team Leader must be:

• A motivated team leader with at least 1-2 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage performance and resolve conflicts.
• Experience in underwriting, KYC, or payments is desirable but not essential.

What's on Offer

• Stock options and private medical insurance.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• A modern office in the City of London with an on-site gym, subsidised lunches, and social events.
• Monthly office massages and allowances for late working meals.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment with strong career progression opportunities.