Underwriter, Accident

Who we are

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Building on 100 years of experience, today AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement solutions, and other financial services to customers in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks and provide for retirement security.

Get to know the business

AIG Australia is a leading provider of insurance products and services for commercial and personal insurance customers. It includes one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. AIG’s General Insurance offers a broad range of products to customers through a diversified, multichannel distribution network. Operating in Australia for more than 60 years, AIG has established a reputation as a leading insurer and ally to our multinational, corporate and SME clients.

AIG is a leading provider of insurance products and services for commercial and personal insurance customers. It includes one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. AIG offers a broad range of products to customers through a diversified, multichannel distribution network.

About the Team

We are a dynamic team of experienced market facing A&H underwriters managing portfolios whilst strategically identifying growth opportunities. The role reports to the Southern Region Manager and SME Segment lead underwriting risks across the entire suite of A&H products. The A&H business is a significant financial contributor to the wider Australian business and rounds out many multi line accounts.

About the role

Working closely with the Southern Regional Manager, managing all aspects of a designated A&H broker portfolio including underwriting, profitability, budgeting, renewal strategy, distribution strategy, contractual obligations and product development. Ideally possessing A&H market experience to be able to underwrite and manage large/complex Corporate Travel, Group Personal Accident and Expat/Inpat accounts.

Achieve new business, retention, and loss ratio targets by establishing strategic targeted marketing and cross marketing objectives and broker action plans.

What you need to know:

- Working closely with the Southern Regional Manager, to manage all aspects of a designated A&H broker portfolio including underwriting, profitability, budgeting, renewal strategy, distribution strategy, contractual obligations and product development.
- Underwrite and manage large/complex Corporate Travel, Group Personal Accident and Expat/Inpat accounts.
- Achieve new business, retention and loss ratio targets (individual and team) by establishing strategic targeted marketing and cross marketing objectives including broker action plans.
- Increase market share through visitation and improved relationships with key internal/external partners
- Takes an active role in building the infrastructure, workflow, strategies and processes to support the A&H department.

What we’re looking for:

- Proven experience in underwriting and managing an Accident and Health portfolio
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills and someone that thrives in a team environment, is proactive and solutions driven.
- Strong account management skills with a proven track record of developing solid internal and external customer relationships
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Superior presentation, organisational and analytical skills
- Sound understanding of insurance industry and underwriting
- The skills to source, analyse and implement new distribution channels
- Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

American International Group, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates are committed to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and its policies and procedures reflect this commitment. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories such as sexual orientation. At AIG, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission - creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.

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- Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Functional Area:
UW - Underwriting

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Relocation Provided:
AIG Australia Limited