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Senior Underwriter

Senior Underwriter

Suncorp GroupAka Aka, Auckland, NZ
6 days ago
Job description

We’re looking for a confident and experienced leader to head up our Mid-Market Underwriting team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for delivering underwriting strategies, developing a team of specialists, and building strong relationships with brokers and key partners to support long-term growth.

If you have a solid background in commercial insurance and team leadership, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the development and execution of the mid-market strategy to drive sustainable growth
  • Build strong relationships with brokers, reinsurers, and internal stakeholders to deliver quality underwriting outcomes
  • Provide technical guidance and support across complex risk assessments and facultative reinsurance placements
  • Enhance Suncorp's profile through industry engagement and partnership-building activities
  • Embed effective governance, risk management, and portfolio oversight
  • Contribute to financial goals through strategic planning, performance tracking, and innovative problem-solving
  • Champion customer-centric solutions that improve ease of doing business and deliver long-term value
  • Promote flexible, inclusive, and collaborative ways of working across the wider Corporate & Specialty team

About You

  • Minimum 10 years of insurance industry experience, including 5+ years in underwriting, sales, or portfolio management roles
  • Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams
  • Strong commercial underwriting knowledge and a sound understanding of reinsurance, risk evaluation, and legislation
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
  • A natural coach and mentor, with a passion for people leadership and continuous improvement
  • Tertiary qualification and / or industry accreditation (e.g. Senior Associateship with ANZIIF) desirable
  • What we can offer you :

  • Free life, salary continuance and trauma insurance cover
  • Discounts on Vero and Southern Cross medical insurance
  • Flexible leave of up to four days per year in addition to annual leave
  • Positive, inclusive team environment where we welcome individuality and celebrate diversity
  • Flexible work arrangements embracing a healthy work / life balance
  • $250 annually for gym membership or hobbies
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • Opportunity to join the employee share plan
  • About Suncorp New Zealand :

    We’re proud to be a part of the Suncorp Group family alongside some of Australia and New Zealand’s most trusted names in insurance – working together to bring about faster, simpler and better outcomes for our customers and corporate partners. Our commitment to strong, supportive partnerships extends to our people as well, and the opportunities and support we provide to help you thrive in your career with us. And with a shared customer-obsession and the digital capabilities to make a genuine difference, you’ll see the meaningful impact you can make for our customers and communities, while watching your own career shine too.

    At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.

    If you require more information or any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact madison.king@suncorp.com.au for a confidential conversation.

    If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, apply online today!

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