Senior DA Specialist

Job Title: Senior Delegated Authority Specialist
Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
Salary: £80,000 per annum
Team: Delegated Authority
Reporting To: Head of Delegated Authority

We are seeking a technically strong and commercially aware Senior Delegated Authority Specialist to manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of delegated underwriting programmes globally. This role requires deep knowledge of MGA, coverholder, and binding authority arrangements, combined with excellent relationship management and risk assessment skills.

• Manage a global portfolio of delegated authority programmes, ensuring compliance with underwriting mandates, operational guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

• Provide technical expertise and support to underwriters, brokers, and delegated partners on underwriting appetite, risk acceptance, and delegated authorities.

• Lead due diligence, performance reviews, and risk assessments of delegated partners to ensure adherence to contractual and regulatory standards.

• Work closely with underwriting, compliance, claims, and operational teams to maintain strong governance and risk management frameworks across delegated authority portfolios.

• Develop and implement delegated authority strategies to support business growth while managing risk and compliance.

• Prepare detailed management information reports covering portfolio performance, risk exposures, and compliance metrics.

• Mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement of delegated authority processes and systems.

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in delegated authority or managing general agent roles within insurance broking or underwriting environments.

• Strong technical understanding of delegated authority underwriting, compliance frameworks, and regulatory environments across multiple territories.

• Experience working with global portfolios and knowledge of international insurance markets and delegated authority models.

• Proven ability to assess risk, conduct due diligence, and manage delegated authority partners effectively.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment and collaborating with cross-functional, global teams.

• Professional qualifications such as ACII or equivalent are preferred.