Application Deadline: 21 October 2026
Department: UW Oversight
Location: London UK
Description
The Head of Underwriting Controls Framework at Asta leads the implementation and maintenance of Asta’s Underwriting Control Framework, ensuring that all controlled underwriting activities across managed syndicates operate within a robust, compliant and well‑governed structure. This includes ownership of UCF documentation, oversight of key controls (exception reporting, authority frameworks, and documentation standards), and supporting Asta’s governance objectives by ensuring syndicates meet Lloyd’s underwriting requirements and maintain a disciplined, transparent underwriting environment.
Key Responsibilities
Oversight and maintenance of the Underwriting Control Framework (UCF) for managed syndicates
Review and oversight of underwriting governance documentation including Syndicate protocols, underwriting guidelines and other associated UCF documentation.
Management and oversight of LOA issuance.
To update the Head of Underwriting Oversight on syndicate control framework matters as necessary including key actions, issues or theme across managed syndicates
Escalation of UCF issues into the Asta governance framework e.g. AWG and SB and other governance forums as necessary
Oversight of underwriting compliance activities including exception reporting.
Interrogate and where necessary enhance control-related MI.
Ensure underwriting governance activities adhere to Lloyd’s Principle 1 and internal Asta underwriting governance processes.
Lead team development within the Underwriting Controls function including people development and training
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Strong knowledge of the Lloyd's market essential. Syndicate operations, and managing agency governance knowledge, advantageous.
Extensive experience in underwriting governance, underwriting oversight, or underwriting operations.
Deep understanding of Underwriting Control Frameworks (UCFs) and associated governance structures.
Experience reviewing & maintaining:
Syndicate Protocols
Underwriting Guidelines
Delegated Authorities/Letters of Authority (LOAs) - essential
Underwriting authorities and controls
Good understanding of Lloyd's Principle 1 and relevant underwriting governance expectations.
Experience overseeing underwriting compliance activities, controls testing, and exception management.
Ability to identify control weaknesses, governance gaps, and operational risks and confident leading escalation processes.
Strong stakeholder management skills; ability to be pragmatic and client-focused whilst being disciplined and thorough.
People leadership skills, beneficial.
ACII / Cert CII qualification, beneficial
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Head of Underwriting Control Framework in London employer: Asta Capital Limited
Davies Insurance Solutions is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant city of London, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and professional growth. Employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, a supportive environment for pursuing relevant qualifications, and a commitment to maintaining a strong compliance framework that empowers individuals to make impactful contributions. With a focus on innovation and excellence, Davies fosters a workplace where every team member can thrive and develop their career in the insurance sector.
