Senior Underwriter, Elders QBE Insurance Group Limited Brisbane, Australia
Senior Underwriter, Elders QBE Insurance Group Limited Brisbane, Australia Posted 1 day ago Permanent Competitive Primary Details
Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Location: Brisbane Type: Permanent, full time The opportunity
We currently have an opportunity for two Senior Underwriters to join the Elders General Insurance team in Brisbane. Your role will be to achieve sustainable profit and growth for Elders through the provision of specialist advice, direction and technical support, and the delivery of excellent levels of customer service to all Insurance Agents within your assigned portfolio. You'll also underwrite business in accordance with business plans within set underwriting guidelines, service standards and individual earned underwriting authority.
We are looking for commercially astute individuals who are passionate, customer focused and able to develop strong business relationships both internally and with our Agency network. You will also bring your initiative, resilience and thrive in to a fast-paced changing environment.
Your new role
A day in the role may look a bit like this;
Underwrite new business and renewals providing quotes in a timely and professional mannerParticipate in meetings, as required, to support the development of strategy, share knowledge and best practiceMonitor and review underwriting standards procedures and checklistsEnsure all documentation is accurate and complies with organizational guidelines and legislative requirementsDevelop and maintain good working relationships with all customers, intermediaries and internal stakeholdersEvaluate risk for new business in accordance with standards, to ensure profitable growthMaintain strong knowledge of current legislation, best practice, underwriting acceptance levels, systems and organisational guidelinesCoach/mentor Underwriters and Assistant Underwriters, on either a formal or informal basis About you
To be successful in this role you will ideally have the following skills and attributes;
Commercial background will be an advantageFlexibility to work across a changing portfolioStrong/established customer/broker relationshipsBroad understanding of class specific underwriting and reinsurance knowledgeProven knowledge of relevant market conditions for specific class/portfolioExcellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail 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 13,000 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. Happy to talk flexible working!Our 'Thriving at our Best' wellbeing program, including free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice18 weeks' gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid superThe ability to maximise retirement savings through voluntary super contributions and company matchingIncome protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiumsAdditional leave and support through QBE's Family Domestic Violence First Responder NetworkDiscounts 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 Choice2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR AwardsPlatinum employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index - the definitive national benchmark on LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusionRanked 3rd in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers (medium programs) 2024 as voted by graduatesTop 20 Workplaces for Dads in 2019 and 2020 (HBF Direct Advice for Dads)Family Friendly Accredited employer since 2021Winner Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards 2023Winner Organisational Development category at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards 2022 Apply now! APPLY NOW and let's make it happen! 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 recognise 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 ******
Application Close Date: 18/06/2024 11:59 PM
How to Apply:
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Job ID 324583
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