Senior Underwriter - Liability Primary Details
Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Location: Brisbane (preferred), Sydney or Melbourne Full-Time, permanent Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working The opportunity
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Liability Underwriter to join the Commercial Underwriting Division. As a Senior Underwriter you will provide underwriting and technical support to enable the underwriting team to develop a profitable portfolio and deliver an excellent level of service to our customers.
Your new role
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with their team to ensure profitable growth by performing quotes, renewals, policy maintenance, problem solving and relationship building with intermediaries.
Underwrite new business, renewals and scheme business providing terms in a timely and professional manner in line with underwriting guidelines, authority and product strategy. Ensure timely and accurate underwriting administration including completion of rating tools and underwriting analysis reports, monitoring outstanding cash items and documentation, and general file management. Support the development, implementation and monitoring of product strategies across assigned portfolios. Referral management and provision of underwriting advice, coaching and technical support to fellow team members on a formal and informal basis. Maintain strong product knowledge to achieve underwriting results and growth in accordance with plan / budget and monitor assigned portfolio results, identify trends and opportunities for corrective action as necessary. Maintain in-depth knowledge of current legislation, market conditions, underwriting acceptance levels, systems and organisational guidelines. Establish and develop excellent working relationships with intermediary partners for the purpose of growing and monitoring compliant and profitable business including regular face to face engagement. About you
You are an experienced Senior Underwriter, who prides themselves on the relationships they build. We are looking for open-minded and proactive individuals who respond well to change and have:
Proven experience with Liability products, broad insurance industry knowledge, and strong intermediary relationships. Solid technical knowledge at high accreditation levels, with expertise in policy coverage, market pricing, trends, and targets. Demonstrated ability to manage complex risks, adhere to underwriting standards, and deliver profitable business growth through new and renewal opportunities. Skilled in team collaboration, effective communication, and supporting team development. High-level communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, paired with analytical acumen and attention to detail. Ability to manage effective outcomes and communicate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimal results. About QBE
We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. And our people will be at the centre of our success. We're proud to work together, and encourage each other enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities. With more than more than 11,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate and kind. We believe this is our moment - what if it was yours too? Your career at QBE - let's make it happen!
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
'Hybrid Working' - a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance. Our 'Thriving at our Best' wellbeing program, including free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice. 18 weeks' gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super. The ability to maximise retirement savings through voluntary super contributions and company matching. Income protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiums. Additional leave and support through QBE's Family Domestic Violence First Responder Network. Discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services including benefits through our various sports and arts sponsorship partners. Rewards & Recognition
We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice. 2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR Awards. Platinum employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index - the definitive national benchmark on LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion. Ranked 6th place in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2021 as voted by graduates. Top 20 Workplaces for Dads in 2019 and 2020 (HBF Direct Advice for Dads). Family Friendly Accredited employer since 2021. Winner Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards 2023. Winner Organisational Development category at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards 2022. Click APPLY to submit your application. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with accessibility requirements and adjustments, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our employee networks at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Value Management, Decision Making, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Policy Development, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Sound Judgment, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Management.
Application Close Date: 11/12/2024 11:59 PM
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
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