Underwriting Manager

5 days ago

Sydney, Australia Fuse Recruitment Full time

**Sydney NSW**

**$120000 - $150000 per annum**

**Full time**
- A role fundamental to the growth & development of the product offering, the **Underwriting Manager** will oversee the ongoing profitability and performance of the product through the partnership with the insurance broker network.
- There are 3 identical positions available spanning each of the 3 product departments - BPK, Motor and Home & Landlord.
- **Who Will You Be Working With?**

This underwriting agency is known for their agility and tailored insurance offering that streamlines the process for the benefit of their broker partners. Their current product offering spans domestic and commercial risks with a rapidly growing client base and GWP. You will collaborate with your fellow Underwriting Managers and work under the guidance of the Chief Underwriting Officer and contribute to the success of the business. You will undoubtedly become an integral part of the company that values innovation, technology and expertise
- **Benefits to the Successful Applicant**
- _ Leadership opportunity_ - embrace a role as the product head, taking on the responsibility of the performance, insights and strategic direction of the product
- _ Competitive compensation_ - A competitive salary package up to $150k + super with future equity opportunities
- _ Professional growth_ - Access opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning with exposure to operational management, leadership and business acumen in addition to underwriting principles
- _ Collaborative environment_ - join a highly connected and supportive environment that fosters creativity and excellence amongst the senior leader and broker partners
- _ Strategic impact_ - advance from your hands-on underwriting role to a position that encompasses the development of the overall business strategy, aligning underwriting strategies with broader organizational goals

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**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- _ Risk Management_ - Assess and manage risks associated with insurance policies, developing underwriting guidelines to ensure profitability.
- _ Decision-Making_ - Make underwriting decisions on complex cases, providing guidance to underwriters in challenging situations.
- _ Policy Development_ - Contribute to the development and refinement of underwriting policies and procedures.
- _ Profitability_ - Work towards achieving and maintaining profitability targets, monitoring and optimizing underwriting performance.
- _ Relationships_ - Build and maintain positive relationships with brokers, clients, and external stakeholders.
- _ Training and Development_ - Provide training opportunities for external brokers and stakeholders underwriting staff, keeping the team informed about industry trends.
- _ Compliance_ - Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal policies.

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**We Are Looking for Someone With**:

- 7+ years of substantial experience as an underwriter
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and completed ANZIIF studies
- A profound understanding of the specific industry or industries the underwriting agency serves, including knowledge of regulatory frameworks, market trends, and emerging risks.
- Strong analytical skills, familiarity with underwriting software, and proficiency in navigating technology for efficient underwriting processes.
- Effective negotiation skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with brokers.
- An in-depth understanding of risk management principles, strong leadership skills, and the capability to make well-informed decisions in high-pressure situations.
- A keen awareness of industry regulations, compliance requirements, and legal changes affecting underwriting practices.

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**Grow your career with us**
- At Fuse, we specialise in recruitment for the insurance industry and actively source for a broad range of established clients. If you are a broking, underwriting or claims professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you_
- If you know someone looking for a job, refer them to us and we'll give you $500* if we find them a new role_

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- #ChooseFuse

**Consultant**:
**Aaron White**:
**Team Leader, Insurance & Wealth Management**:

- 0481 112 033
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**Reference number**:
BH-29718

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