Senior Underwriter, Construction

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Senior Underwriter, Construction Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeLocation: Melbourne Type: 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract, full time Hybrid role, happy to talk flexible working The opportunity We have a rare opportunity for an experienced insurance professional to join our Heavy Industries Underwriting team as a Senior Underwriter, Construction in Melbourne. In this role, you will drive the delivery of product strategy in the regional business, providing direction and technical support to underwriting teams including the development, implementation, and monitoring of strategy, overseeing the provision of specialist advice, direction, and technical support to internal and external stakeholders enabling QBE to achieve a profitable portfolio and meet customer expectations.Your new role A day in the role might look a bit like this...Support the development, implementation and monitoring of effective and profitable national and regional product strategies across the portfolio, via the Product Committee and Regional Product teams Identify and implement nationally consistent 'best practice' and process improvements Ensure implementation and compliance of underwriting guidelines Support the underwriting of complex risks in accordance with defined limits of authority, organisational policy and underwriting standards Develop and maintain strong networks and relationships with brokers About you To be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in an Underwriting, Claims, or Risk Solutions role in the Construction or Property space. You will also have:Strong customer focus with a focus on building relationships, negotiating, and influencing skills Great communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills Established ability in forming customer/broker relationships and understanding relevant market conditions Exposure to mentoring, coaching, and technical support in a team setting Knowledge of risk management and/or portfolio management preferred 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. Our people will be at the centre of our success. We're proud to work together and encourage each other to enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies, and our communities. With 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 Our 'Thriving at our Best' wellbeing program, including free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice 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 on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) - the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusion Ranked 3rd place in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2023 for medium-sized program as voted by graduates Top 20 Workplaces for Dads in 2019 and 2020 (HBF Direct Advice for Dads) Family First accredited employer since 2021 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 access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at Skills: Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Financial Modeling, Financial Products, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Risk Appetite, Risk Management, Stakeholder ManagementApplication Close Date: 08/02/2025 11:59 PMHow 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. Job ID 332893 #J-18808-Ljbffr