Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Duration: Permanent Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane
About the roleAnsvar Australia, part of Benefact Group, is investing in a new Operating Model and capability uplift in our Technical Solutions team. Now is the perfect time to join Ansvar on our growth journey and play a meaningful role in shaping the future.
We are looking for a Product & Underwriting Manager - Casualty & Financial Lines to join our Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane office. This leadership role is responsible for the profitability, underwriting, and oversight of Ansvar's Casualty & Financial Lines portfolios across all associated product classes and customer segments, including SME, Mid-Market, and Corporate (Strategic Accounts). The role will focus on setting the underwriting appetite and standards for the Casualty and Financial Lines product offerings and driving underwriting excellence through a comprehensive governance and assurance framework.
Key responsibilitiesUnderwriting – appetite, guidelines, and standardsUnderwriting authority licence and accreditationProduct quality & standardsRating / Pricing toolsUnderwriting governance & assuranceTechnical expert - including Strategic Client managementBuild organisation-wide underwriting capabilityKnowledge, skills and experienceExtensive experience (min. 10+ years) in a technical underwriting role in Casualty and/or Financial LinesDeep knowledge of casualty and financial lines products and exposuresExperience in policy drafting in long-tail linesProven track record in delivering profitable growth in long-tail linesConfident and influential communicator with the ability to negotiate at all levelsExperience in business/performance report writingEffective stakeholder management within a commercial environmentCommercial acumen – decisiveness on critical business issuesWillingness to take ownership & accountability; ability to lead, mentor & coach othersSound judgement and problem-solving abilitiesResponds positively to change; actively seeks feedback on performanceAbility to create a positive working environmentPassionate about the business and making a differenceWhat we offerLearning and Development opportunitiesReward & Recognition ProgramCompetitive Parental Leave ArrangementPurchase additional Annual Leave opportunityA range of Wellbeing & Safety benefits available to colleagues and their familiesParticipation in Ansvar's short-term incentive schemeModern and contemporary office spacesParticipation in our annual Community Education Program supporting young AustraliansVolunteering opportunities throughout the yearFlexible working conditions are part of our DNA, enabling effective collaboration while balancing personal needsAbout usAnsvar Australia is an insurance and risk specialist focused on protecting and supporting organisations that care for our communities. As a part of the Benefact Group, a charity-owned family of financial services companies, we exist to donate all available profits to good causes. Our mission is to grow to give and give back to support the local communities we serve.
Ansvar strives to be an employer of choice, recognising that our employees are a valuable asset. We believe it's essential to attract, empower, grow, and reward talented people.
Joining our diverse and growing team, you will have the opportunity to develop and grow as well as make a positive difference to our customers and communities.
At Ansvar Australia and Benefact Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture and building an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from everyone. If you need additional support during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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