Job Description

Primary Details Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Managing a team of underwriters to assist the distribution and intermediaries to write and maintain a profitable book of business
Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual business plan and business strategies for the portfolio(s), monitor and report on progress, identify deviations, recommend remedial action and implement it, in order to achieve business objectives
• Initiate new ideas and concepts to support the development and delivery of the business plan
• Oversee reviews of existing portfolios/accounts and support, recommend strategies for growth
• Implementing and maintaining risk control, underwriting and systems and procedures across area of responsibility
• Managing the risk acceptance process so that business is written within delegation of authority and within company's underwriting philosophy
• Establishing guidelines, plans and priorities for monitoring and approval of underwriting standards
• Ensuring quality of underwriting activity is within limitations of company policy
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including customers, intermediaries, industry bodies, business partners, reinsurers and colleagues, to maximize influence
• Represent QBE's interests, as requested, with internal and external groups, and through participation in industry forums and corporate activity
• Train and develop intermediaries knowledge on product
• Lead the attainment of underwriting results for new and existing business
• Develop the technical expertise of all underwriting, distribution staff and acting as a referral point in technical underwriting issues across area of responsibility
• Manage/underwrite complex insurance risks
• Maintain proper, adequate and effective underwriting risks records, either manually or computer-based, to ensure risks are managed
• Provide technical direction, leadership and coaching to underwriting professionals
• Plan, manage and review performance of employees via annual performance review process

Preferred Experience

• Management experience
• 10+ years of underwriting experience
• Strong established customer/broker relationships

Preferred Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of the insurance industry
• Underwriting acceptance levels
• Strong knowledge of statutory/ regulatory regime

QBE Cultural DNA
Everything we do at QBE is underpinned by our DNA (which interlinks seven cultural elements) - because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. We expect all employees to role model and inspire the right behaviours that link to our cultural elements:

• We are customer-focused
• We are technical experts
• We are inclusive
• We are fast-paced
• We are courageous
• We are accountable
• We are a team
• All employees are expected to adhere to QBE's Code of Ethics and Conduct and apply sound risk management practices

Global Disclaimer
The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee's normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.
Skills: Analytical Thinking, Coaching for success, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Financial Products, Influencing, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Strategic Leadership
Application Close Date: 16/12/2025 11:59 PM
How to Apply:
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

Skills Required