Underwriting Lead - Commercial
Location: South Wales - Hybrid
Circa £40k
MERJE is seeking a dynamic 1st line underwriting lead for a leading financial services company. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a newly formed commercial underwriting team, driving growth and innovation in the SME market. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong leadership skills to deliver exceptional service to customers and brokers.
This innovative financial services company is dedicated to serving small businesses with agility and reliability. As part of a FTSE100 group, they combine start-up dynamism with established backing to deliver personalised products and superior customer experiences in the underserved SME market.
The Role
The 1st line underwriting lead will spearhead a team providing first-class broker partner engagement and technical underwriting support. This role offers the chance to shape the success of a growing team, drive digital innovation, and contribute to the company's expansion strategy.
Key Responsibilities of the 1st line underwriting lead:
Lead and develop a team of underwriters to meet service targets and ensure exceptional customer outcomes
Drive innovation in service delivery through digital and automation opportunities
Analyse underwriting data to inform decision-making and improve processes
Collaborate with the Governance Team to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory r...