Underwriting Transformation Director

Underwriting Transformation Director (Interim Contract Construction Sector)Location: London / Milton Keynes (Hybrid)Duration: 6-month initial contract (potential extension)OverviewA 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.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 ResponsibilitiesAssess current underwriting performance across construction and engineering risk portfoliosDefine target operating model for a modern, digitally enabled underwriting functionDeliver a transformation roadmap focused on efficiency, control, and commercial performanceImprove underwriting decision-making using data, analytics, and structured risk frameworksStreamline underwriting workflows for construction projects, contractors, and site-based risksStrengthen governance, authority structures, and referral processesImprove turnaround times and operational efficiency across high-volume project casesDrive adoption of digital tools, automation, and standardised risk assessment frameworksLead alignment across underwriting, claims, risk engineering, and operations teamsEngage and influence senior stakeholders across the construction insurance value chainCandidate ProfileProven experience delivering underwriting transformation within construction, engineering, or specialty insurance marketsStrong understanding of construction risk, project lifecycle exposures, and contractor-based underwritingTrack record of moving underwriting from manual processes to data-led and automated modelsExperience in regulated financial services or insurance environmentsStrong programme leadership with ability to deliver in complex, multi-stakeholder settingsAble to balance strategic operating model design with hands-on executionConfident engaging senior stakeholders in technical and commercial discussionsWhy This Role?A high-impact interim opportunity to shape the future of construction-focused underwriting within a major insurer. 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.TPBN1_UKTJ