Davies Talent Solutions

We are seeking a Senior Underwriting Performance Analyst to support oversight of underwriting performance across a portfolio of Lloyd's syndicates. Reporting to the Underwriting Performance Manager, this role delivers analytical insight, supports Lloyd's business planning, and contributes to regulatory reporting.Key Responsibilities Analyse underwriting performance, identifying trends, risks, and variances against plan Monitor KPIs across a portfolio of Lloyd's syndicates Support the Lloyd's business planning process, ensuring accurate and complete submissions Prepare performance dashboards and monitoring packs Assist with regulatory underwriting returns to Lloyd's Act as a key contact for clients and Lloyd's on analytical and operational matters Support and guide junior team members as required About You 3+ years' experience in insurance (underwriting, actuarial, finance, or operations) Good understanding of the Lloyd's market and syndicate operations Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail Advanced Excel skills and strong data capability Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders If you are analytical, commercially aware, and looking to develop within the Lloyd's market, we would like to hear from you.

About the role My client is seeking an experienced Underwriting Performance Manager to support the Underwriting Portfolio Director in leading a portfolio within the Underwriting Management function of a Lloyd's managing agency environment. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for performance oversight across a subset of managed Lloyd's syndicates, driving business planning, and developing a high-performing team of analysts and assistants. What you'll do Drive performance oversight for a portfolio of Lloyd's syndicates-monitor results vs. plan, diagnose deviations, and implement corrective actions. Lead the business planning cycle end-to-end, coordinating submissions with syndicate stakeholders, internal functions, and Lloyd's to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and validation. Act as the key interface between the managing agency, managed clients, and Lloyd's on planning, strategy, and underwriting performance. Provide strategic portfolio insights that influence planning and decision-making at senior levels. Enhance MI and reporting-partner with MI & Analytics to evolve underwriting reporting, dashboards, and performance packs. Oversee regulatory deliverables-ensure accurate, relevant data for underwriting-related Lloyd's returns within deadlines. Represent underwriting at relevant boards and committees; brief the Underwriting Portfolio Director and CUO as required. Act as SME on underwriting performance for business projects and cross-functional initiatives. Lead and develop the team-coach analysts/assistants, build capability, and drive a culture of high standards and continuous improvement. Support new syndicate onboarding with a focus on underwriting strategy, performance, and planning. Step in for the Underwriting Portfolio Director when required and manage key Lloyd's and client relationships. What you'll bring 5+ years' experience in (re)insurance-ideally within underwriting, actuarial, finance, operations, or related disciplines. Strong understanding of Lloyd's-how syndicates operate within the market and managing agency framework. Highly numerate & precise-able to produce accurate work to tight deadlines with strong attention to detail. Confident communicator-credible with senior stakeholders, comfortable presenting to management, clients, and regulators. Organised & proactive-able to prioritise, manage competing deadlines, and progress issues independently while knowing when to escalate. Collaborative relationship-builder with strong commercial awareness and the ability to see the bigger picture. Tech-fluent-advanced Excel skills with the aptitude to learn new systems quickly. Qualifications: ACII (or equivalent) preferred.

Job Title: Pensions Admin Support Location: Edinburgh, UK Overview: Davies are supporting a leading Pensions and Assurance business who are looking to bring in a team of Pensions Admin Support professionals to join a busy and collaborative team based in Edinburgh. This role involves supporting the administration of pension schemes by handling a wide range of queries and managing scheme-related tasks such as pension quotes, contributions, and plan charges. Key Responsibilities: Respond to pension-related enquiries with accuracy and professionalism. Support the processing of scheme-specific requests and documentation. Interpret pension data to ensure accurate and compliant outcomes. Maintain adherence to relevant regulatory frameworks and internal procedures. Work closely with colleagues to ensure smooth operational delivery. Ideal Candidate Profile: Understanding of pension structures and UK pension regulations. Experience in pension administration or a related financial services role. Strong attention to detail and data accuracy. Good communication and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. If this is you, and you would like to learn more, please reach out to the team.