Technical Underwriting Manager Motor

Manage the development and underwriting of specified classes to achieve premium growth and profitability within guidelines!
The role (Insurance) Managing the development and underwriting of specified classes to achieve premium growth and profitability within guidelines.
This is a full-time, permanent role.
Position Accountabilities What You'll Be Doing: The Technical Underwriting Manager Motor is responsible for: The identification, design, development and implementation of new and innovative Domestic Motor Underwriting Guidelines, both Core and Discretionary, aimed at improving overall risk selection Ongoing review and enhancement of existing Domestic Motor Underwriting Guidelines aimed at optimising business outcomes and customer experience Design and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within the Motor Underwriting system and processes, including ongoing referral automation, to ensure they remain fit for purpose and keep pace with a growing and increasingly complex Domestic Motor portfolio Providing coaching and support to Production Underwriters, including escalations Providing subject matter expertise to stakeholders across both the Product division and the broader business on complex technical content, including systems and processes that deal with Underwriting Guidelines, risk acceptability and/or referrals User Acceptance testing of Underwriting related system changes Regular market and competitor analysis Management of a team of Technical Motor Underwriters / subject matter experts (SMEs) Qualifications and Experience What You'll Bring to the Table: 10+ years of General Insurance underwriting, product design, product/ portfolio management and/or claim experience; Retail Motor (Car) Insurance specific experience will be highly regarded Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, e.g.
business administration, economics commerce, law, finance, etc.
and/or professional qualification (e.g.
ANZIIF) preferred Track record of driving successful business performance In-depth knowledge/ understanding of short-tail insurance product(s), underwriting and rating methods, systems, and procedures – including drivers and levers of profitable growth Well-developed and demonstrated understanding of the legislative, regulatory, and compliance obligations to operate in the insurance industry Our Perks Location – Toowong Close to a variety of public transport and easy parking options, the Toowong office has excellent end of trip facilities (including secure bike storage and showers), outdoor spaces and plenty of modern collaborative areas to work and connect with colleagues.
Conveniently based at Toowong Village Tower with views of the mountains and the Brisbane River, our location is only 4 km from the city and provides access to retail, restaurants and other amenities.
The benefits of working at A&G Be rewarded - we recognise high performance and reward our people for their hard work through bonuses and other perks.
Work flexibility - with options to work from home two days per week.
Options for leave - life happens, so we've got volunteer days, an additional paid 'ME' day, paid parental leave and the opportunity to purchase additional leave to cover all of the big stuff.
Grow with us - we've got learning and professional development opportunities to suit everyone.
Give back - our A&G Difference program gives you the power to change our community for the better through volunteering, fundraising and donation opportunities for causes that you're passionate about.
Take care of yourself - your wellbeing is important to us and our healthy mind and body hub, mental-health support and fitness discounts will help you be your best self.
Celebrate the wins - we love sharing our successes and celebrating together - join us and you've got a ticket to our many on-site events throughout the year, family fun days and annual celebrations.
Save money - as well as discounts on insurance products, we've teamed up with some incredible retailers, hospitality providers and others to bring you discounts on your purchases, no matter where you are in Australia.
About us Auto & General (A&G) is the fastest-growing major Motor and Home insurer in Australia, providing insurance products and solutions to safeguard a brighter future for our customers and community.
Our range of general insurance products including Car, Motorcycle, Home, Contents Pet and Travel products are delivered through our multi-award-winning brand Budget Direct and partnerships with leading brands - ING, Qantas, Virgin Money and Coles Insurance.
We're excited about the future and we're always on the lookout for talented, passionate individuals who can help us achieve our goal of being Australia's best insurer!
If this sounds like you, apply today.
Auto & General values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all.
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Qualifications and Experience 10+ years General Insurance underwriting, product design, product/ portfolio management and/or claim experience; Retail Motor (Car) Insurance specific experience will be highly regarded; Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, e.g.
business administration, economics, commerce, law, finance, etc.
and/or professional qualification (e.g.
ANZIIF) preferred; Track record of driving successful business performance.
In-depth knowledge/ understanding of short-tail insurance product(s), underwriting and rating methods, systems and procedures – including drivers and levers of profitable growth.
Well-developed and demonstrated understanding of the legislative, regulatory and compliance obligations to operate in the insurance industry.
Knowledge of relevant regulatory framework (both current and upcoming changes), compliance and insurance legislation.
The ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels of the organisation to drive measurable commercial outcomes for the business.
Excellent presentation and communication skills – both written and verbal, with experience managing stakeholders, partners and vendors.
Sound numerical and analytical skills to monitor and interpret insurance portfolio data.
A superior problem-solving ability.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
A "can do", team-focused attitude.
Ability to work autonomously while maintaining focus.
Creating and maintaining a high-performance culture.
Working knowledge of common application software, e.g.
MS Office suite; some experience with SQL/ SAS would be a bonus.