Although executive compensation in the UK is said to be dwarfed by that of corporate America, it has caused public upset. In response to criticism of high levels of executive pay, the Compass organisation set up the High Pay Commission. Its 2011 report described the pay of executives as corrosive.
Apply for a DE underwriting job with employers looking to hire DE underwriters. The employer must be a HUD-approved FHA lender that can do DE underwriting. Most mortgage brokerages do not qualify as an FHA lender that can do DE underwriting. Pass the employer's specific requirements for its DE underwriters.
This would be an ideal education for an underwriter. Outside of that, look for finance or general business degrees. Call some local insurance companies and ask to speak with someone in human resources. They will likely give you a five minute crash course on what they expect in new recruits.