Senior Life Underwriter: Lead & Mentor Underwriting

Aviva Direct Ireland Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in the UK is seeking a Senior Life Underwriter to lead complex decision-making and coaching initiatives. This pivotal role supports ambitious growth plans and requires deep UK Life Insurance underwriting expertise. You'll help shape the underwriting strategy while delivering outstanding outcomes for customers. We're looking for someone with a proven track record, strong analytical skills, and experience in mentoring others. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and extensive benefits for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity - 8% of annual salary

Generous pension scheme with up to 14% contribution

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit

Discounts on Aviva products

Free Aviva shares through Matching Share Plan

Flexible benefits including cycle to work options

3 paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven track record making confident decisions on complex cases.
• Focused on building capability and helping others progress.
• Strong comfort with decision-making and stakeholder interaction.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver underwriting strategy supporting complex decision-making.
• Excel in delivering outstanding outcomes for customers.
• Lead through coaching and mentorship.

Skills

Deep UK Life Insurance underwriting experience

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience in coaching and mentoring

Ability to balance customer needs with commercial impact

Influencing stakeholders

Job description

A leading insurance company in the UK is seeking a Senior Life Underwriter to lead complex decision-making and coaching initiatives. This pivotal role supports ambitious growth plans and requires deep UK Life Insurance underwriting expertise. You'll help shape the underwriting strategy while delivering outstanding outcomes for customers. We're looking for someone with a proven track record, strong analytical skills, and experience in mentoring others. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and extensive benefits for personal and professional development.