Senior Underwriter

For over 165 years, CGU has been insuring ambition. Part of Insurance Australia Group (known as IAG), were a leading commercial, rural and personal lines insurer and a top-three provider of workers compensation insurance.

Step into a role where your expertise shapes outcomes. As a Senior Underwriter in our Professional Risks (financial lines) team, youll be part of a high-performing group thats passionate about delivering exceptional service and driving profitable growth. This is your chance to work on complex risks, build strong relationships, and contribute to a portfolio that makes a real impact. If you're ready to bring your experience and energy to a team that values collaboration and continuous improvement, wed love to hear from you.

We have two roles available, a Permanent and 12-month Max-Term Contract role, located in Gadigal Country (Darling Park 2, Sydney).

What You'll Do

Underwrite complex professional risks to deliver strong, profitable outcomes

Work autonomously across small to large accounts, covering both new business and renewals.

Provide exceptional service to broking partners and internal stakeholders, ranging from suburban firms to international brokerage.

Grow the portfolio through market engagement, relationship building, and strategic initiatives.

Be market-facing, confident, and commercially savvy in your approach.

Support and mentor less experienced team members to build capability across the team.

Collaborate with internal teams to meet financial targets and strategic goals

Contribute to a safe and inclusive workplace by following IAGs health and safety practices

What You'll Bring

5+ years experience in underwriting or broking professional risks (financial lines)

Strong technical understanding of Professional Indemnity insurance and Directors& Officers Liability insurance products

Confident communicator with effective negotiation skills

Analytical mindset with sound judgement and decision-making ability

Collaborative approach with a willingness to support and mentor others

Commercial awareness, outcome-focused and proactive in market engagement

Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning and development

What We Offer

Boosted superannuation with 13% as standard. 20 days annual leave + 5 days MyLeave (extra leave for whats important to you). Work from home and many more flexibility options with myFlex. Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance. Partner discounts on private health insurance, tech& appliances, and many more. Access to LinkedIn Learning, the award-winning IAG Academy, study assistance and secondment opportunities.

• employment type eligibility criteria apply

Applications close: Wednesday 12 November :59PM AEDT

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More About Us

As part of IAG you'll enjoy a world of career opportunities, a purpose-led place focused on creating connection and belonging, and where you can create meaningful impact every day and grow your career beyond the expected. Thats not just words. Its our people promise. We're ready for you with unexpected opportunities for your career, your work-life and your ability to make a difference. We celebrate all viewpoints shaped by life experiences and culture, and are guided by the knowledge and voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses, and communities. We collaborate on Indigenous-led solutions that enable growth and create meaningful change for our customers and employees.