https://jobs.co.uk/job/head-of-life-science-underwriting-avencia-consulting--13f679c1-f677-45c7-ad60-0272bc7a3bbb RSS feed for Head of Life Science Underwriting at Avencia Consulting. en-gb Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:30:11 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/head-of-life-science-underwriting-avencia-consulting--13f679c1-f677-45c7-ad60-0272bc7a3bbb https://jobs.co.uk/job/head-of-life-science-underwriting-avencia-consulting--13f679c1-f677-45c7-ad60-0272bc7a3bbb Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:52:06 GMT Location: Leeds | Salary: 10000-500000 Annual | Type: Permanent | Head of Life Science Underwriting Location: Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, London (flexible UK locations considered) Full-time Permanent, Hybrid working Are you an established Life Science Underwriter ready to shape the future of a growing, specialist portfolio? We''re partnering with a leading insurer to appoint a Head of Life Science Underwriting. This is a rare opportunity to lead and grow a well-established proposition, driving strategy, underwriting excellence and profitable growth across the UK broker market. The Opportunity As Head of Life Science Underwriting, you''ll be responsible for developing the long-term strategy for the portfolio, strengthening market presence and building a high-performing underwriting function. Working closely with Distribution, Actuarial and Commercial Leadership teams, you''ll play a pivotal role in delivering sustainable growth while maintaining technical underwriting excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead the growth and profitability of the UK Life Science portfolio. Develop and execute the underwriting strategy and market proposition. Build strong relationships with brokers and become a recognised market leader. Drive product developmen... Permanent