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Primary Details
- Time Type : Full time
- Worker Type : Employee
The opportunity
Get the best of both worlds! Local and vibrant Christchurch based but within a Global Insurer.
Partner with regional brokering partners.Down to earth, collegial team.Broad exposure to varying types of commercial underwriting ranging from commercial property, commercial motor, and liability along with marine and engineering risks.Type : Permanent, full time.Hybrid role, happy to talk flexible working.Your new role
We’re looking for an Underwriter to account manage our South Island Broker groups. You will oversee and manage the commercial portfolio with key areas including :
Contributing to the overall strategy, planning and execution of policies, product plan and outcomes of portfolio balance.Underwrite standard and complex risk business in accordance with the business plan, guidelines within individual earned or delegated underwriting authority.Develop and maintain positive stakeholder relationships.Provide oversight and support to achieve growth via quotes, management of renewals, policy maintenance, problem solving and relationship building with intermediaries.There may be some travel to our key Broker Partners.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, 2 interviews (either face to face or online via Teams) and background checks.
Benefits
‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work / life balanceLife Leave, supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for restFree holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice18 weeks’ gender‑equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid superVoluntary super contributions and company matchingIncome protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiumsA range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and servicesRewards & Recognition
2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our program2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR AwardsPlatinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusionRanked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduatesFamily Friendly Workplace accredited employer since 2021Skills
Analytical ThinkingCritical ThinkingCustomer ServiceDecision MakingDetail‑OrientedFinancial AdvisingFinancial ProductsInsurance UnderwritingIntentional collaborationManaging performanceNegotiationPortfolio ManagementPrioritizationRegulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementApplication Instructions
Application Close Date : 30 / 10 / : 59 PM
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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. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. 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
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