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Fraud and Underwriting Manager

  • Location: Cardiff
  • Salary: £70k plus excellent benefits per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted about 2 months ago

  • Sector: Governance, Financial Crime & Fraud
  • Contact: Andy Hodson
  • Contact Email: ahodson@merje.com
  • Contact Phone: 0161 883 2745
  • Expiry Date: 19 December 2024
  • Job Ref: 12216

 

MERJE is seeking a talented Fraud and Underwriting Manager for a leading financial services company. This pivotal role involves overseeing pricing models, underwriting engines, and fraud detection systems. The successful candidate will lead a team, represent the company at industry events, and drive innovation in risk assessment.

c.£70k plus excellent benefits

Location: Home based with occasional travel to South Wales

The Company

This established financial services provider is at the forefront of innovation in the insurance sector. With a focus on cutting-edge technology and data-driven decision making, the company offers a dynamic and challenging environment for ambitious professionals.

The Role

As Fraud and Underwriting Manager, you'll lead a team in developing sophisticated risk assessment models and fraud detection systems. This role offers competitive remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to shape the future of underwriting and fraud prevention in a rapidly evolving industry.

Key Responsibilities of the Fraud and Underwriting Manager:

  • Oversee the development and implementation of underwriting and fraud detection engines
  • Direct a team of analysts in creating and refining pricing models
  • Represent the company at industry conferences and user groups
  • Provide strategic direction for the pricing and fraud teams
  • Collaborate with senior management to align risk assessment strategies with business objectives

Required knowledge and experience for the Fraud and Underwriting Manager role:

  • Extensive experience in underwriting and fraud analysis within the financial services sector
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team
  • In-depth understanding of risk assessment models and fraud detection techniques
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting at conferences and liaising with stakeholders
  • Proven track record in driving innovation and process improvement in risk management