Head of Underwriting

As a Head of Underwriting, the work centres on managing a large team to oversee underwriting decisions and improve the wider decisioning process. It would suit someone who can bring strong leadership and operational judgement to the role.

Where the work sits

Work and communicate closely with senior members and other teams within the business, including Operations and Credit Risk. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Harnham by 2x.

How the role works day to day

Managing a large team to oversee underwriting decisions and improve the wider decisioning process. Offers the chance to lead an underwriting team and have a real impact in your role to make a difference to company performance. Overseeing deal approvals and pricing, as well as work with fraud and financial crime.

What helps in this setting

Strong leadership and operational judgement.

Practical details

• Up to £80,000 base salary.
• Please register your interest by sending your CV to Harnham through the ‘Apply’ link.
• Direct message the job poster from Harnham.
• Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

What needs to be in place

• Essential to have experience managing a credit underwriting function.
• Experience working with Credit Risk to improve operational credit.
• Experience managing a large team and developing management abilities in others.

Job details

• Pay: £130,000
• Benefits mentioned: Bonus