At a Glance
- Tasks: Assess risks and tailor insurance solutions while collaborating with brokers and clients.
- Company: Join QBE, a leading insurer known for its supportive and empowering culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, a generous pension plan, and family-friendly policies.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your underwriting career in a dynamic environment with real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in Property or Casualty underwriting and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Manchester based role with hybrid working. Be part of an environment where you are empowered to use your expertise to further develop your Underwriting career.
The Opportunity
QBE are hiring for an Underwriter to join our well-established and experienced Property and Package team based in Manchester. We are keen to speak with Property (or Property & Casualty) professionals looking to make their next move! In this role, you'll play a crucial role in assessing risks, evaluating insurance applications, and determining coverage options. You'll work closely with brokers and clients to understand their needs and tailor insurance solutions to meet their requirements.
Your New Role
- Underwrite insurance risks in accordance with the Business Plan and the personal authority to meet business objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including customers, brokers, business partners and colleagues, to maximise influence.
- Participate fully and use your expertise to shape and develop strategy, knowledge and best practice.
- Positively promote the department, division and company as a whole, in order to maximise brand leverage.
- Comply with all legal and regulatory requirements to ensure obligations are met.
- Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency.
- Actively keep abreast of market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness to be able to operate effectively and appropriately.
Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.
About You
- Experience within the Property, P&P or P&C underwriting space.
- Commercial ability to understand the key profit drivers to maximise long term wealth for our shareholders.
- Intermediate level understanding of relevant software, including Excel and other departmental software packages.
- Good knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent organisational, prioritisation and interpersonal skills.
- Good negotiating skills, innovative in underwriting approach and programme design.
Benefits
- 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
- Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.
- Family friendly policies – we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent.
Awards & Recognition
- Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year.
- Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year.
- Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee.
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 Management
Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Underwriter in Manchester employer: 慨正橡扯
QBE is an exceptional employer located in Manchester, offering a dynamic work environment that empowers Underwriters to leverage their expertise and advance their careers. With a strong focus on employee well-being, QBE provides generous benefits such as 30 days of holiday, a robust pension plan with significant employer contributions, and inclusive family-friendly policies. The company fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, ensuring that employees have ample opportunities for professional growth while being recognised for their contributions in a supportive and diverse workplace.
