SME UNDERWRITER– COMMERCIAL – QUEENSLAND | BRISBANE
Build a career in commercial packages underwriting.
Engage with a variety of brokers & build long-standing relationships.
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Allianz has an exciting opportunity to join our SME Underwriting team as an SME Underwriter where you will be responsible for providing a high level of underwriting service to our broker stakeholders and working collaboratively with our broader underwriting and distribution teams to ensure appropriate underwriting decisions are made. This role will suit a candidate who has experience in underwriting SME Packages and Commercial Motor, has excellent broker management and influencing skills, and is looking to progress their career.
About the role Providing leadership and technical support to underwriters and the broader Commercial Division team, ensuring effective coaching and development. Managing workflows for SME Accounts (New Business, Renewals, and Endorsements) to maintain high service standards for Key Partners. Identifying and maximizing new business opportunities while ensuring alignment with divisional objectives and portfolio balance for growth and profit. Building and maintaining relationships with local Brokers and stakeholders, engaging face-to-face to foster partnerships and improve business outcomes. Ensuring underwriting adherence to guidelines by making recommendations on risks exceeding authority limits, managing referrals, and seeking opportunities for process improvement. About you Demonstrated experience in commercial underwriting. A passion for providing a quality and responsive service to our internal and external customers. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to both build relationships and influence at all levels. Adept at proactively building and maintaining professional relationships and networks to enhance industry positioning, exchange knowledge and elicit beneficial outcomes. Ability to plan and prioritise effectively with good attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of communicating with clarity, impact, and influence. Benefits and perks Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day! Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible and remote work options and workplace adjustments, with support for your work/life balance. Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources. Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer! About our culture We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in an equitable workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations, and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the perspectives and talents they bring to work. We're committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success and reach their fullest potential.
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