Head of W&I Underwriting
*W&I experience
*7+ years of experience
*London-based, hybrid working
A leading, award-winning insurance company is recruiting a Head of M&A Underwriting to join its function, managing a small team and growing this team. As part of an established, growing function, this position reports to the Head of Underwriting globally.
Additional information and requirements
- Sitting in a Team of 10 Underwriters working across M&A and Title, this position is a Senior role with a W&I focus
- Leading and managing the underwriting process, including: analysis and assessment of broker submissions; preparing quotes for deals (in line with our underwriting appetite and guidelines); review and analysis of transaction documentation, due diligence reports and disclosure documentation
- Instructing and liaising with external legal counsel; drafting underwriting questions and hosting underwriting calls; and drafting and negotiating policy coverage and terms
- monitoring and managing status of accounts, financial exposure and premium collection; maintaining compliance with all internal and external underwriting guidelines and legal requirements
- Varied role with a collaborative team, working across financial lines with an established and award-winning team
- Based in the London (City) office 3-days per week
Experience required
- Ideally seeking someone with 7+ years of experience in Underwriting, ideally with 5+ years dedicated to W&I
- Or a qualified lawyer with significant exposure to W&I Underwriting
- Management or mentoring experience preferred
For more information or a full job description, please contact me on 07534087340 or at Poppy.Taylor@ssq.com.