Underwriter

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NobleOak Full time
This is a Underwriter role with NobleOak based in NSW, AU
== NobleOak ==

Role Seniority - mid level

More about the Underwriter role at NobleOak

Posted: 28/05/2025

Closing Date: 27/06/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Sydney office

Job Category: Product & Underwriting

About NobleOak

At NobleOak, our people and customers are at the heart of everything we do. As one of Australia's oldest life insurers, our purpose is to build and protect Australian lives and wealth with integrity. We're values-driven, successful, and rapidly growing, with plenty of opportunities for you to make an impact and create value.

And to back that up, we are an award-winning, high-performing business that invests in our people. At NobleOak, you will feel truly valued. We offer regular recognition, opportunities for development, and a fun atmosphere where we celebrate our wins together.

For more information, please visit: https://www.nobleoak.com.au/about-us/working-at-nobleoak/

Job Description

About the role:

The primary purpose of this role is to maintain responsibility for assessing all Life insurance applications (which includes Death, Total and Permanent Disablement, Trauma, Income Protection and Business Expenses covers), within their approved Authority Levels and in accordance with NobleOak's underwriting principles and guidelines. This role will assess if applications should be accepted and if so, on what terms.

Key Accountabilities

  • Service Delivery – Review, assess and evaluate all Life, TPD, Trauma & Income Disability insurance applications in order to efficiently and effectively assess the risk involved and carefully manage each file. The quality and speed of the underwriting review is critical to NobleOak as service efficiency for our customers is one of our primary drivers.

  • Information Analysis – Thoroughly analyse, interpret and request comprehensive medical information which will enable financial assessment based on NobleOak and also our Reinsurer guidelines and risk parameters.

  • Accurate Documentation – Ensure detailed and accurate summary records are maintained on each application / Life insured assessed which outline and confirm the basis of all decisions made. This is paramount for future reference if claims situations arise.

About You

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience & Qualifications

  • 5-10 years' experience in a Life Insurance Underwriting role.

  • Working knowledge of tools, methods, and concepts of Underwriting.

Capabilities

  • Strong attention to detail and proven analytical / problem solving skills.

  • Advanced Knowledge of Underwriting processes and requirements.

  • Advanced Knowledge of Life Insurance Products including Income Protection, Trauma and Total Permanent Disability (TPD) is highly regarded.

  • Understanding of basic financial principles and processes.

  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.

  • Strong attention to detail and proven analytical / problem solving skills.

  • Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills, with the ability to follow set processes.

  • Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

  • A positive and self-motivated person.

  • A strong focus on quality.

  • Good time management and organisation skills.

  • Ability to operate in a fast paced, team environment.

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you'll be learning new things all the time and the NobleOak team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what's outlined

Key Responsibilities
  • Reviewing applications
  • Analyzing information
  • Maintaining documentation
Key Strengths
  • Life Insurance Underwriting experience
  • Analytical skills
  • Communication skills
  • Knowledge of Life Insurance Products
  • Organisational skills
  • Regulatory knowledge
Why NobleOak is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that's right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.

A Final Note: This is a role with NobleOak not with Hatch.

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