Principal Underwriter

1 week ago

Perth, Western Australia TAL Full time
Job Description

This role is responsible for the maintenance of TAL's Risk philosophy and profitability through excellent underwriting standards and building relationships with a panel of allocated TAL Advisers.

As well as but not limited to the following:

  • Provide quality underwriting service in line with TAL's Underwriting Philosophy and Practises in order to maintain a profitable risk portfolio.
  • Asses New Applications within agreed timeframes and service standards.
  • Complete Tele-Underwriting where appropriate or required.
  • Decline or defer cases when appropriate and following internal procedures.
  • Refer cases through appropriate channels when required
  • Maintain accurate and thorough Underwriting Notes when required.
  • Contribute to the New Business completion process by working with Office Services, New Business and Sales to achieve quality business outcomes.
  • Assist with Claim Referrals within agreed service standards and timeframes
Qualifications
  • Proven extensive experience of underwriting experience gained in an environment requiring development of new and innovative approaches.
  • Certificate IV in Life Insurance or equivalent.
  • Strong medical and underwriting skills and qualifications.
  • Tertiary qualification in Business, Finance, Economics, or related discipline.
  • In depth knowledge of life insurance underwriting philosophies, approaches, and technologies.
  • Excellent knowledge of trends in life insurance, underwriting and innovation.
  • Strong Medical, Financial and Systems knowledge.
  • Commercially astute and a strong customer focus.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously and plan own work with high attention to detail.
  • Provide support, training, and assistance in answering more technical and complex questions for less experienced Underwriters in the team, offer input, suggestions and decisions as required.
  • Participate in special projects by providing technical input as and when required.
  • Professional Development – attend and actively participate in training opportunities, both internal and external.
  • Conduct file reviews of those less experienced Underwriters.
  • Good working knowledge of professional standards and codes.
  • Previous Underwriting Authority Limits.
  • Ability to work autonomously.

You're always accountable for your actions. You never give up. You strive to find the best outcomes for customers and partners. And you value working together to find the best solutions for problems.

As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your eligibility for a role at TAL including Criminal History, Bankruptcy, Entitlement to Work, Regulatory and Reference Checks.

Additional Information

At TAL we value diversity in all its forms and are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable culture for all our people. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from all backgrounds, including those with caring responsibilities, people living with disability, and individuals from the CALD and LGBTQI+ communities to apply. Even if you don't check every box in the criteria above, we encourage you to apply today or get in touch with us here.

To provide you with the best experience, we can accommodate you at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team at any time.

TAL is recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice. We are proud to be a member of Diversity Council Australia and the Australian Network on Disability. For information on our reconciliation journey, take a look at our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, the land of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.
We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.

#LI-Hybrid

Everyone at TAL has a responsibility to do the right thing and is accountable for the way they conduct themselves. Our expectations are that you follow the principles set out in our Code of Conduct when you come to work every day. Risk management is everyone's responsibility.

If you are already a TAL employee please apply via the SmartRecruiters button in Workday and navigate to the Employee Portal. This is important to ensure that your application is recorded accurately.

  • Principal Underwriter

    1 week ago

    Perth, Western Australia TAL Full time

    Company DescriptionWelcome to This Australian Life.From the millions of Australians we protect, to those that make it happen every day at TAL, people really are what we're all about. We want to grow with you. Achieve with you. And support you to do your best work. That's why we're focused on developing leadership, promoting diversity, rewarding excellence,...

  • Principal Underwriter

    1 week ago

    Perth, Western Australia TAL Full time

    From the millions of Australians we protect, to those that make it happen every day at TAL, people really are what we're all about.We want to grow with you. Achieve with you. And support you to do your best work. That's why we're focused on developing leadership, promoting diversity, rewarding excellence, and retaining great talent.We're always looking for...

  • Account Executive

    1 week ago

    Perth, Western Australia Marsh Full time

    Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Perth - CBD office:Account ExecutiveWhat can you expect?An exciting opportunity has become available for an Account Executive to join our Corporate team in Perth on a full-time, permanent basis.This role will assist Senior brokers within the team in all aspects of client servicing including...

  • Account Executive

    2 weeks ago

    Perth, Western Australia Marsh Full time

    Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Perth - CBD office:Account ExecutiveWhat can you expect?An exciting opportunity has become available for an Account Executive to join our Corporate team in Perth on a full-time, permanent basis.This role will assist Senior brokers within the team in all aspects of client servicing including...

  • Senior Account Executive

    1 week ago

    Perth, Western Australia Marsh Full time

    Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in our Perth+ office:SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVEWhat can you expect?As Senior Account Executive you will implement Client First Principles across your portfolio of medium to large accounts within our Corporate practice, ensuring high quality customer service is always provided and set revenue and...

  • Senior Account Executive

    1 week ago

    Perth, Western Australia Marsh Full time

    Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in our Perth+ office:SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVEWhat can you expect?As Senior Account Executive you will implement Client First Principles across your portfolio of medium to large accounts within our Corporate practice, ensuring high quality customer service is always provided and set revenue and...

  • Principal Underwriter

    3 weeks ago

    Perth, Australia TAL Full time

    **Company Description** Welcome to This Australian Life. From the millions of Australians we protect, to those that make it happen every day at TAL, people really are what we’re all about. We want to grow with you. Achieve with you. And support you to do your best work. That's why we're focused on developing leadership, promoting diversity, rewarding...

  • Principal Underwriter

    3 weeks ago

    Perth, Australia TAL Full time

    Job DescriptionThis role is responsible for the maintenance of TAL’s Risk philosophy and profitability through excellent underwriting standards and building relationships with a panel of allocated TAL Advisers.As well as but not limited to the following:Provide quality underwriting service in line with TAL’s Underwriting Philosophy and Practises in order...

  • Principal Underwriter

    2 weeks ago

    Perth, Australia Tal Services Limited Full time

    Company DescriptionWelcome to This Australian Life.  From the millions of Australians we protect, to those that make it happen every day at TAL, people really are what we’re all about. We want to grow with you. Achieve with you. And support you to do your best work. That's why we're focused on developing leadership, promoting diversity, rewarding...

  • Principal Underwriter

    5 days ago

    Perth, Australia Zurich Insurance Company Full time

    How does 5 weeks leave per year, an impactful career that you’ll truly love, and working for a great organisation that empowers wellbeing sound like to you? A new adventure awaits…   At Zurich we’re on a journey towards a brighter future… A brighter future for you - focused on your career, your wellbeing, and your community - as well as our...

  • Financial Lines Underwriter

    2 months ago

    Perth, Australia CHUBB Full time

    Your Role: The primary purpose of this role is to assist in the development and accomplishment of goals established for profit, growth, service and producer relations for all classes of business, while also contributing as a technical underwriter with respect to Financial Lines products. This role extends to fostering relationships with customers and...

  • Senior Account Executive

    1 month ago

    Perth, Australia Marsh McLennan Companies Full time

    Description: Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Perth office: Senior Account Executive What can you expect? As Senior Account Executive you will implement Client First Principles across your portfolio of medium to large accounts within our Corporate practice, ensuring high quality customer service is always...

  • Senior Account Executive

    3 weeks ago

    Perth, Australia Marsh McLennan Companies Full time

    Description: Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Perth office: Senior Account Executive What can you expect? As Senior Account Executive you will implement Client First Principles across your portfolio of medium to large accounts within our Corporate practice, ensuring high quality customer service is always...

  • Account Executive

    2 months ago

    Perth, Australia Marsh McLennan Companies Full time

    Description: Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Perth - CBD office: Account Executive What can you expect? An exciting opportunity has become available for an Account Executive to join our Corporate team in Perth on a full-time, permanent basis. This role will assist Senior brokers within the team in all...

  • Senior Account Executive

    4 days ago

    Perth, Australia Marsh McLennan Companies Full time

    Description: Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in our Perth+ office: SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE What can you expect? As Senior Account Executive you will implement Client First Principles across your portfolio of medium to large accounts within our Corporate practice, ensuring high quality customer service is always...

  • Head of State

    1 week ago

    Perth, Australia Avant Mutual Group Full time

    **Job no**: 500018 **Work type**: full time **Location**: Perth **Categories**: Management **About Avant** Avant is Australia’s leading medical defense organisation with a proud heritage of protecting Australian medical professionals for over 130 years. It was established by a small group of doctors in 1893, who wanted to “protect themselves from...

  • Senior Account Executive

    1 month ago

    Perth, Australia Marsh Pty Ltd Full time

    Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Perth office:Senior Account ExecutiveWhat can you expect?As Senior Account Executive you will implement Client First Principles across your portfolio of medium to large accounts within our Corporate practice, ensuring high quality customer service is always provided and set revenue and...

  • Account Executive

    1 month ago

    Perth, Australia Marsh Pty Ltd Full time

    Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Perth - CBD office:Account ExecutiveWhat can you expect?An exciting opportunity has become available for an Account Executive to join our Corporate team in Perth on a full-time, permanent basis.This role will assist Senior brokers within the team in all aspects of client servicing including...