Maintaining underwriting governance standards across the business
Reviewing and approving non-standard endorsements
Supporting underwriting controls, delegated authorities and governance processes
Monitoring adherence to underwriting guidelines and protocols
Supporting the implementation of legal and regulatory changes
Analysing underwriting data and governance reporting
Working closely with Product Line Leaders and senior stakeholders
Supporting governance, reinsurance and operational projects that contribute to profitability and regulatory objectives
Acting as a key point of contact for governance-related queries and technical underwriting support
Leading, coaching and developing the Underwriting Enablement Team
Providing guidance, support and performance management across the team
Allocating and prioritising workloads
Building processes, structure and operating models within a newly created function
Helping shape the future direction of the team as it grows and evolves
Building strong relationships with Underwriting Product Leaders, Pricing and senior management
Driving continuous improvement and process efficiency
Supporting strategic underwriting priorities while ensuring governance excellence
Championing knowledge sharing and technical excellence across Markel UK

Significant experience within underwriting, technical broking or a governance-focused insurance role
Strong technical underwriting knowledge
Experience working with underwriting controls, governance or regulatory requirements
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong analytical and organisational abilities
Experience coaching, mentoring or leading others
ACII qualification (or progression towards completion) would be advantageous
A proactive, improvement-focused mindset with an interest in using technology and AI to improve processes
Product experience within: Financial Lines, Liability, Commercial insurance would be beneficial, however we're primarily looking for strong technical underwriting capability and leadership potential.

Underwriting Analyst – Governance

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