Head of Underwriting Control Framework

In this role you lead the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of Asta’s Underwriting Control Framework to ensure managed syndicates operate within a robust, compliant structure. You own key UCF documentation, oversee controls and LOAs, and support Lloyd’s governance expectations while promoting a transparent underwriting environment. You will partner with governance forums and cross-functional teams to address issues and strengthen controls. This is a leadership role shaping underwriting governance and risk management at scale.

• Reward platform – discounts for over 800 retailers
• 25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Well-being centre
• Recognition programme
• Paid fertility appointments
• Pension - matched contribution at 5%05? (text says 5%)

• Oversee and maintain the Underwriting Control Framework (UCF) for managed syndicates
• Review underwriting governance documentation including Syndicate Protocols and Underwriting Guidelines and other UCF documents
• Manage and oversee LOA issuance
• Provide updates to Head of Underwriting Oversight on syndicate control matters and key actions
• Escalate UCF issues into Asta governance forums (AWG, SB, etc.)
• Oversee underwriting compliance activities including exception reporting
• Analyze and enhance control-related management information (MI)
• Ensure adherence to Lloyd’s Principle 1 and internal underwriting governance processes
• Lead team development, people management, and training in the Underwriting Controls function

• Strong knowledge of the Lloyd's market and syndicate operations
• Experience in underwriting governance, oversight, or operations
• Deep understanding of UCFs and governance structures
• Experience reviewing and maintaining Syndicate Protocols, Underwriting Guidelines, and LOAs
• Knowledge of underwriting authorities and controls
• Solid grasp of Lloyd's Principle 1 and underwriting governance expectations
• Experience with compliance activities, controls testing, and exception management
• Ability to identify control weaknesses, governance gaps, and operational risks; capable of leading escalation processes
• Strong stakeholder management; client-focused yet disciplined and thorough
• ACII / Cert CII qualification (beneficial)

• Stakeholder management
• Pragmatic and client-focused
• Disciplined and thorough
• Underwriting Control Frameworks (UCFs)
• Underwriting governance
• Syndicate Protocols and LOAs (Letters of Authority)