We’re working with a fast-growing InsurTech business operating within the UK short-term motor insurance market, looking to hire a Lead Portfolio Analyst into their Underwriting team.
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This is a hands-on opportunity for an analytical leader to combine underwriting expertise with data science, developing and optimising automated underwriting strategies to drive profitable growth and manage portfolio risk.Core responsibilities:• Develop and optimise underwriting strategies for high-volume, short-term UK motor insurance.• Drive profitable growth through portfolio expansion, rate optimisation and effective risk management.• Use advanced modelling, data enrichment and non-traditional data sources to improve risk selection and fraud detection.• Monitor portfolio KPIs and performance in near real time, identifying emerging risks and recommending appropriate action.• Conduct analysis to support product development across existing products and new opportunities.• Ensure underwriting strategies remain compliant with UK regulatory requirements, including FCA guidelines.• Work closely with Engineering and Product teams to translate analytical models into scalable underwriting decision engines.• Line-manage and mentor junior analysts, supporting their technical development and project delivery.The successful candidate will have:• Experience within the UK General Insurance market, ideally with high-frequency Motor Insurance products and Underwriting Analytics.• Proven experience developing, implementing and optimising profitable underwriting strategies. xbpsjku • Expert-level SQL skills and advanced proficiency in Python or R for modelling and data analysis.Discipline(s): UnderwritingJob type: Permanent
Lead Portfolio Analyst in Kennington employer: Edenbrook
Edenbrook is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals in the financial reporting sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and support for continuous learning, all while working in a dynamic environment that values integrity and excellence. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a balanced work-life experience alongside competitive benefits tailored to enhance both personal and professional well-being.
