Underwriter

Posting Description:
**Underwriter, Liability**

**The Opportunity**

To enable us to continue the rapid growth of our hard-to-place Liability portfolio we are looking to appoint an Underwriter to ensure our broker clients’ needs are fully met. Working within a small team of experienced underwriters who will support and mentor you, you’ll develop your technical knowledge and key relationships with stakeholders both internally and externally through associated networking events.

**Aon is in the business of better decisions**

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

**Key responsibilities will include**:

- Analysing, evaluating and rating qualifying business across a variety of industry segments
- Responding to broker needs promptly and efficiently
- Developing value-add relationships to targeted intermediary markets, brokers nationally, and key stakeholders internally and externally
- Attendance at various industry conventions, such as the Sydney UAC event
- Assisting with enhancement of underwriting systems, the drive for innovation in product development and a range of ad-hoc projects as the business grows further
- Covering a range of administrative responsibilities
- Compliance with statutory, FSRA, industry, One Underwriting, our insurers and Aon policies and procedures

**To be successful in this role you will display**:

- Commercial underwriting experience would be highly regarded, business package or stand-alone Liability
- A background from within an underwriting agency or insurer for at least 2 years
- Innovation in exploring and providing alternative solutions Strong communication skills and the ability to discuss technical matters clearly
- Passion for providing exemplary and prompt service to the broking community, service is one area where we set ourselves apart from the market
- Teamwork, a great attitude and a willingness to continue to learn and establish your underwriting career. A key attribute within this team is the willingness to support each other

This role will be reporting into 2 senior underwriters who will invest time and energy in up-skilling you. Each with their own specialism, you will be afforded the opportunity over time to specialize across Liability risks, building your brand and network.

**One Underwriting**

A core independent business unit within Aon Risk Solutions, One Underwriting operates under a separate AFSL and is a leading underwriting agency, providing insurance solutions offering local and international markets to our network of licensed general insurance brokers.

Aon

Aon is the leading global provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, and human resource solutions. Our key advantage is our broad view of two of the most important issues in our economy today: risk and people. Utilizing this advantage, we’re driven to empower economic and human possibility for clients, colleagues and communities around the world.

At Aon, you’ll be part of a team which will support and inspire you and provide the opportunities and resources to develop your skills. It’s an environment which encourages you to achieve your best - together we’ll empower results

**How we support our colleagues**

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.