Underwriter – Commercial Property at QBE Insurance Group

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Underwriting, Property Portfolio, Relationship Skills, Market Conditions, Negotiation, Communication, Attention To Detail, Risk Management, Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Decision Making, Policy Development, Prioritization

Industry

Insurance

Description

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee Location: Melbourne Type: Permanent, full time Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working The opportunity We have an exciting opportunity to join our Property Underwriting Team in Melbourne as an Underwriter. In this role, you’ll be responsible for underwriting new business and renewals of varying complexity and volume, operating within established underwriting guidelines, authority levels, and service standards. Reporting to the Underwriting Manager, you’ll collaborate closely with a team of underwriters, providing guidance, sharing expertise, and mentoring team members. You’ll also play a key role in building and maintaining strong broker relationships, applying your technical knowledge to support business outcomes, and staying up to date with industry developments and new product offerings. 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 A day in the role may look a bit like this: Actively manage your renewal and new business portfolio, maintaining strong relationships with brokers and colleagues to support retention, growth, and profitability. Ensure compliance with all underwriting standards, procedures, and processes through consistent monitoring and review. Provide timely, professional service and effective solutions to both customers and intermediaries. Continuously develop your knowledge of legislation, best practices, underwriting, systems, products, and organisational guidelines. Collaborate effectively with Underwriters and contribute to a supportive team environment. Promote a positive and productive workplace culture through respectful and proactive engagement. About you To be successful in this role you will have a proven background in the insurance industry and strong Underwriting experience. You will also have the following skills and attributes: Working knowledge of Underwriting in a Property portfolio Strong customer/broker relationship skills and focus Proven knowledge of relevant market conditions for specific class/portfolio The ability to negotiate and have difficult conversations with Brokers and Stakeholders Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail 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 enhance your work/life balance Life Leave, supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for rest 18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here. Rewards & Recognition We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards: 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusion Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen! If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment. QBE 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 recruitment@qbe.com Skills: Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Customer Value Management, Decision Making, Financial Products, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Negotiation, Policy Development, Prioritization, Risk Management Application Close Date: 15/04/2026 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. We are an international insurer and reinsurer offering a diverse portfolio of commercial, personal and specialty products, as well as risk management solutions. Our product portfolio includes property, motor, crop, energy, marine and aviation. We employ a team of around 13,000 people in 26 countries around the world. Learn more about QBE Careers today.

Responsibilities

The Underwriter will actively manage a portfolio of renewals and new business while maintaining strong broker relationships to support retention, growth, and profitability. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with underwriting standards and providing timely, professional service to customers and intermediaries.