Senior Underwriter

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# Primary Details
Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

Auckland 
Permanent, full-time 
Hybrid role, happy to talk flexible working

The opportunity

Take ownership of a diverse commercial portfolio across Property, Motor, Liability and Contract Engineering Works.

Join a collaborative and supportive underwriting team where you can help shape strategy and support strong business outcomes.

Grow your leadership experience by mentoring and guiding junior Underwriters.

About QBE

At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.

We're an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries - which means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It's an exciting time. We're building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

What if you could have a positive impact - at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

Your new role:

As a Senior Underwriter, you'll manage a diverse commercial portfolio and provide technical underwriting expertise to support business and regional outcomes.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Contributing to strategic planning, policy execution and the effective management of complex portfolio balances.

- Underwriting complex risks in line with business plans, guidelines and delegated authority levels.

- Coaching and mentoring team members to meet or exceed service standards and regional targets.

- Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, senior Insurance Brokers and clients.

- Providing expertise and insight to help shape strategy and support business outcomes.

More details and the full job profile will be shared during the interview process. Our recruitment steps include an initial phone screen with our Talent Acquisition team, followed by up to two interviews, either in person or online via Teams, and background checks.

About You

You're an experienced Underwriter ready to take the next step in your career. You thrive in a collaborative team environment, enjoy mentoring others and are motivated to continue growing your own leadership capability.

You'll also have:

- Proven experience engaging with senior Insurance Brokers and presenting to clients.

- A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute to team success.

- Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills and conflict management capability.

- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

- Hybrid working - a mix of working from home and in the office to support work/life balance.

- Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional support, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice.

- 18 weeks' gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid superannuation.

To learn more about the benefits of working with us, click here .

Awards & Recognition

We value our employees' experience with us and are proud to have been recognised through a range of industry awards and achievements, reflecting our commitment to inclusion, development and creating a workplace where people can thrive.

To learn more about our achievements, click here .

How to Apply

If you're looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today.

Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.

Your career. At the heart of it.

QBE recognises 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 [email protected] .

Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Customer Value Management, Decision Making, Financial Advising, Financial Products, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Negotiation, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management

Application Close Date: 25/11/2026 11:59 PM

How to Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.