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Underwriter

QBE InsuranceWorkFromHome, Auckland, New Zealand
30+ days ago
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Underwriter

QBE Insurance Auckland, New Zealand

Posted 2 days ago | Hybrid Job | Permanent | Competitive

Primary Details

  • Time Type : Full time
  • Worker Type : Employee
  • Underwrite new business and renewals within set underwriting guidelines, authority levels and service standards.
  • Location : Auckland
  • Type : Permanent, full time
  • Hybrid role, happy to talk flexible working.

The opportunity

Following an internal promotion, we’re excited to offer an opportunity for an Underwriter to join our Auckland‑based team within a global insurance organisation. Partner with a wide range of brokering partners.

  • Down to earth, collegial team.
  • Broad exposure to varying types of short‑tail commercial underwriting, including property, motor, liability and contract works.
  • Your new role

    We’re seeking an Underwriter to manage accounts across a broad range of brokering partners. You’ll be responsible for overseeing the commercial portfolio, including :

  • Contribute to strategy, planning, and execution of policies and product plans to maintain portfolio balance.
  • Underwrite standard and complex risk business in line with business plans and delegated authority.
  • Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
  • Support growth through quotes, renewals, policy maintenance, problem‑solving, and collaboration with intermediaries.
  • Occasional travel to meet key broker partners.
  • About you

    You’re an insurance professional with excellent stakeholder relationship skills. In addition you’ll have :

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven problem‑solving ability.
  • Business development and sales experience is preferred.
  • More information and the full job profile can be shared with applicants during the interview process.

    Please note that for the successful candidate, this process will include a phone screen with our Talent Acquisition team, two interviews (either face‑to‑face or online via Teams) and background checks.

    About QBE

    We can never really predict what’s around the corner, but at QBE we’re asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future – helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. We’re an international insurer building momentum towards realizing our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

    Our people are at the centre of our success. With more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries, we’re big enough to make a real impact but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down‑to‑earth, passionate and kind.

    We believe this is our moment – what if it was yours too? Your career at QBE – let’s make it happen!

    Benefits

  • Hybrid working – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work / life balance
  • Life leave, supporting the life events we all experience
  • Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
  • 18 weeks' gender‑equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
  • Voluntary super contributions and company matching
  • Income protection insurance & reimbursed death and total permanent disability insurance premiums
  • A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services
  • Rewards & Recognition

  • 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our programme
  • 2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
  • 2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice
  • 2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR Awards
  • Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI)
  • Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium‑sized program as voted by graduates
  • Family Friendly Workplace accredited employer since 2021
  • Learn More & Apply

    Application Close Date : 02 / 12 / : 59 PM

    To submit your application, click “Apply” and follow the step‑by‑step process. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements, or you would like to connect with one of our networks, please contact us at

    Key Skills

  • Analytical Thinking, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Decision Making, Detail‑Oriented, Financial Advising, Financial Products, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Negotiation, Portfolio Management, Prioritization, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management
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