Team Leader (Underwriting)

Location Dudley
Discipline: Insurance
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £45000.00 per annum + Hybrid Working
Contact name: Dervla O'Driscoll

Job ref: 14159
Published: about 2 months ago
Startdate: ASAP

Team Leader (Underwriting)
Location Dudley - Hybrid Working (2 days in the office)
Salary - Up to £45,000

The Opportunity


I'm working with a forward thinking and dynamic Insurance company looking for a Team leader with proven people management skills to develop their underwriting team.


As Team Leader, you'll inspire and guide a high-performing team of Underwriters while playing a crucial role in shaping our operational excellence. This is more than just a management position - it's an opportunity to drive innovation and make a real impact on our business.

You don't need to be a Underwriter yourself but experience managing a team and a basic understanding of underwriting is a must.

Your Impact

  • Lead and motivate a team of underwriting professionals
  • Drive operational excellence through process improvement and innovation
  • Develop talent through s development plans and regular coaching
  • Manage performance to achieve business objectives
  • Handle escalated service matters with a focus on resolution
  • Support the Underwriting Service Manager

Essential Experience & Skills

  • Minimum 2 years' team leadership experience within insurance
  • Strong commercial insurance knowledge and understanding of market practices
  • Proven track record in people management, including performance development
  • CII/DIP qualification (desirable)
  • Excellence in organisation, communication, and time management
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
  • Strong emotional intelligence and resilience
  • Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

What We Offer

  • Competitive pension scheme with up to 16% contribution
  • 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Flexible hybrid working model
  • Comprehensivehealthcare benefits including:
    • Health Cash Plan
    • Virtual GP Services
    • Mental Health Support & 24/7 Employee Assistance
  • Professional development support and CII qualification funding
  • Recognition programs and social events
  • Free parking
  • Death in Service benefit
  • Charitable giving match program.


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