Senior Underwriting Consultant
About this role
This role offers an opportunity to join a leading global insurer as a Senior Underwriting Consultant in Life & Health, based in London. The successful candidate will lead technical underwriting assessments across a diverse portfolio while serving as a strategic advisor to clients. Responsibilities include delivering rigorous risk evaluations, monitoring portfolio performance, translating complex insights into commercially compelling proposals, and engaging with senior stakeholders on both operational and strategic matters. The role also involves contributing to innovation in service offerings and supporting the evolution of underwriting practices through emerging technologies and market intelligence. The ideal candidate brings extensive Life & Health underwriting experience with a proven track record in risk selection and portfolio management. Deep technical knowledge across Life & Health products is essential, along with strong communication skills to explain complex concepts clearly to varied audiences. Preferred attributes include senior-level client engagement experience, familiarity with emerging technologies and market trends, experience leading strategic initiatives, and strong analytical capabilities. This is a role for a commercially minded, intellectually curious professional who thrives on client partnership and takes ownership of driving meaningful outcomes.
Seniority
Senior - Lead
Specialist experience
- Technical Risk
- Portfolio Management
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