Underwriter - Multiple Roles Available

3 days ago


Melbourne, Australia Ansvar Insurance Full time

**Ansvar is growing**

We are currently recruiting a number of Underwriter roles into the orgianisation, these roles can be based in any states.

**Summary**

The Underwriter is responsible for the personal underwriting of the less complex risks within our portfolios and sectors (small to medium sized policies including schemes), within delegated underwriting authority and in accordance with the Company’s laid down strategies to support the profitable growth of the business. The Underwriter is also responsible for maximising existing and new business opportunities sourced by the State’s Business Development team.

The primary objective of the role is to deliver professional and efficient customer service to achieve profitable premium growth and underwriting profitability in our core segments.

This role reports to the Regional Underwriting Manager and can be based in any state

**Key responsibilities**
- The key responsibilities of the Underwriter are to:

- Assist in the growth and maintenance of profitable, sustainable business within the allocated State’s portfolio of business
- Undertake personal underwriting of the schemes and small to medium sized policies, including new business
- Deliver professional and efficient customer service to brokers and distribution partners, as well as internal colleagues
- Assist the State Manager and Technical Solutions team in maximising the profitability of the Ansvar’s portfolio
- Contribute to the alignment of risk and compliance management practices within the allocated portfolio by sitting at the first line of defence
- Contribute to developing a workplace learning environment

**About you**
- 5+ years experience working in an underwriting capacity
- An understanding of insurance risk management including reinsurance
- Proven ability to develop and implement practical strategies to secure new business and retention of renewals
- Display excellent collaboration, communication and negotiation skills both internally and externally
- Proven ability to assist in the development and implementation of effective risk management strategies within the general insurance industry
- Excellent people skills and ability to build and maintain good relationships with colleagues, business partners and customers
- Excellent team player with previous experience in effectively training and supporting underwriters and new starters.

More information regarding the role can be found in the Position Description.

This is a fantastic opportunity to express your interest in joining an organisation that is passionate about being the first choice for our customers.

In return, you will gain extensive exposure to the general insurance industry and work for a Company that is committed to providing its employees with a professional, supportive environment and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

In addition Ansvar offers Flexible working arrangements

Position Description: Underwriter

**Benefits and Well Being**:
We have a range of benefits and well being initiatives to make your working life at Ansvar fulfilling and enjoyable.
- Annual Incentive Scheme
- Salary Packaging
- Learning & Development
- Employees Referral Program
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Community Volunteer Work
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health & Welbeing
- BRAVO


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