Underwriting Governance Analyst
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London | Global Reinsurance Group | Hybrid | Permanent
Exclusively retained by DATAHEAD
£85k - £95k plus 20% bonus
Are you ready to shape the underwriting governance framework for one of the most dynamic reinsurance groups operating today?
We’ve been exclusively retained by a global, publicly listed reinsurance business to appoint an Underwriting Governance Analyst - a critical role supporting the CUO in overseeing delegated authority portfolios, enhancing governance controls, and driving high-quality reporting across multiple lines of business.
Why this role?
* Group-level visibility across a wide portfolio (Cyber, Marine, Aviation, Energy, Property and more)
* Work in a listed, SEC-reporting environment with board-level exposure
* Blend of analytical rigour, underwriting controls, and strategic influence
* Collaborate closely with CUOs and third-party underwriting partners
What you’ll be doing
* Monitor and enforce adherence to underwriting governance frameworks and delegated authority agreements
* Track underwriting KPIs, SLAs, and binder metrics (premium/exposure limits, reporting obligations)
* Produce high-quality MI packs, board papers, and committee reporting
* Oversee coverholder audits and follow-up actions
* Contribute to new business assessments and third-party underwriting frameworks
* Partner with CUOs and internal teams across underwriting, claims, operations, compliance, and finance
What we’re looking for
* 3+ years in underwriting, governance, or portfolio analytics within the (re)insurance sector
* Strong understanding of delegated authority (DUA) and outsourcing arrangements
* Multi-class insurance knowledge (specialty lines preferred)
* Analytical mindset and strong reporting skills (Excel, Power BI or similar)
* Confident communicator with stakeholder management experience in an international setting
* Bonus: experience working in or supporting listed insurance entities; CII qualifications
Ready to elevate your underwriting career?
This is more than just governance — it’s your chance to contribute to how a top-tier reinsurance group shapes and grows its underwriting portfolio globally.