Underwriting Transformation Director

Underwriting Transformation Director (Interim Contract Construction Sector) Location: London / Milton Keynes (Hybrid) Duration: 6-month initial contract (potential extension) Overview A leading insurer operating in the construction and engineering risk space is seeking an experienced Underwriting Transformation Director to lead a major modernisation programme across its construction-related underwriting function.

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This interim role requires a hands-on transformation leader who can rapidly assess current underwriting performance across construction risk portfolios, define a future operating model, and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, governance, risk selection, and service delivery.

The business is transitioning from manual, experience-led underwriting to a more digital, data-driven and structured decisioning model across construction warranty, contractor risk and project-based insurance products.

Key Responsibilities Assess current underwriting performance across construction and engineering risk portfolios Define target operating model for a modern, digitally enabled underwriting function Deliver a transformation roadmap focused on efficiency, control, and commercial performance Improve underwriting decision-making using data, analytics, and structured risk frameworks Streamline underwriting workflows for construction projects, contractors, and site-based risks Strengthen governance, authority structures, and referral processes Improve turnaround times and operational efficiency across high-volume project cases Drive adoption of digital tools, automation, and standardised risk assessment frameworks Lead alignment across underwriting, claims, risk engineering, and operations teams Engage and influence senior stakeholders across the construction insurance value chain Candidate Profile Proven experience delivering underwriting transformation within construction, engineering, or specialty insurance markets Strong understanding of construction risk, project lifecycle exposures, and contractor-based underwriting Track record of moving underwriting from manual processes to data-led and automated models Experience in regulated financial services or insurance environments Strong programme leadership with ability to deliver in complex, multi-stakeholder settings Able to balance strategic operating model design with hands-on execution Confident engaging senior stakeholders in technical and commercial discussions Why This Role? A high-impact interim opportunity to shape the future of construction-focused underwriting within a major insurer. xwzovoh

You will play a key role in modernising how construction and engineering risks are assessed, priced, and managedleaving a lasting operational legacy in a fast-evolving market.