Senior Underwriter – Motor

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia at Full time

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Pen Underwriting is a leading underwriting agency, working with over 500 broking businesses and thousands of brokers Australia-wide. Our innovative products and risk solutions cover a broad range of insurance classes and are backed by international and domestic insurance partners with strong security ratings. We value diversity, inclusiveness, and community engagement, and strive for long-term relationships with our brokers and partners.

The role of Senior Underwriter is primarily responsible for the following:

Providing underwriting expertise in risk assessment, terms, conditions and pricing for new business and renewal accounts

Building and developing relationships with Intermediaries in the procurement of new account opportunities and strengthening renewal retentions

Adhering to underwriting guidelines and standards as issued by Pen Underwriting and our Security Partners

Supporting other product underwriters in the development of broker relationships for creating new account opportunities

Training and development of underwriters

Develop relationships with capacity providers

Develop an understanding of our portfolio including the key trends of our book and the market as a whole

Your motivated personality and can-do attitude along with experiencein thefollowing are essential for this role:

Minimum 5 years Motor Underwriting experience, with knowledge and experience on Heavy Motor

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers, agents, and clients

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent analytical, attention to detail and decision-making skills

Ability to assess risks and make sound underwriting decisions within established authority levels

Familiarity with Australian insurance regulations and compliance requirements

Strong knowledge of Microsoft suite – Excel, word, outlook

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Professional certifications such as ANZIIF are preferable

Open to various locations: Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne

We encourage you to apply via our careers website or for further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@ajg.com.au

Any offer of employment and subsequent continuing employment is dependent upon the completion of relevant pre-employment background checks. All applicants are required to undergo employment screening through probity checks prior to commencing.

Pen Underwriting is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to the principles of workplace diversity and inclusion. We welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices.

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