At a Glance
- Tasks: Underwrite complex Property risks and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Company: Join QBE, a leading international insurer with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, flexible working options, and a generous pension plan.
- Other info: Be part of an award-winning team committed to diversity and excellence.
- Why this job: Shape the future of Property underwriting in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in Property Underwriting and strong commercial acumen required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
- Primary Details
- Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee
- Role Highlights
- London, with hybrid working
- Enhance your career in an exciting and ever‑changing environment
The Opportunity
We currently have an opportunity for an Underwriter to join our growing D&F Property London‑based team.
In this role you will work in an underwriting‑led culture that empowers our people, values technical excellence and supports autonomy.
In this market‑facing, trading role you’ll help shape and grow our D&F Property offering by underwriting complex risks across international and special‑ty business.
About QBE
QBE is an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries.
We are building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
- Your new role
- Underwrite Direct & Facultative Property risks, with exposure to complex, international business
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including customers, brokers, and colleagues, to maximise influence and support business goals
- Develop strategic relationships in line with the Business Plan to facilitate the achievement of objectives
- Ensure compliance with insurance strategy to mitigate risk and achieve business plan targets
- Participate actively in shaping and developing strategy, knowledge, and best practices within the team
- Maintain underwriting standards, instructions, and best practices to minimise risk and enhance efficiency
- Stay updated on market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness to operate effectively
- Motivate and develop the team by demonstrating good leadership behaviours and management best practice to support the achievement of business goals
About You
- Experience within Property Underwriting, International or US
- Deep technical understanding of Property wordings, structures and programme design
- Commercial acumen to grasp key profit drivers and maximise long‑term wealth for shareholders
- Intermediate proficiency in relevant software, including Excel and other departmental tools
- Excellent organisational, prioritisation, and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days
- Flexible working – part‑time, job share, and compressed hours are available
- Pension – automatic enrolment in the QBE pension plan with 10% employer contribution of basic salary
- Awards & Recognition
- Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year
- Winner: Reinsurer of the Year – QBE Re
- Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year
- Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year – Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK Insurance
Skills
- Business Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Commercial Acumen
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Detail‑Oriented
- Environmental Awareness
- Insurance Underwriting
- Intentional Collaboration
- Managing Performance
- Portfolio Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- 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.
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Underwriter – Property D&F in London employer: QBE Europe
At QBE, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within our Global Pricing team in London. With generous benefits such as 30 days of holiday, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive family-friendly policies, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being and professional growth. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values your contributions and encourages the development of advanced skills in a rapidly evolving field like Cyber pricing.
