Underwriter at The Benefact Group

Southbank, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Underwriting, Commercial lines, Portfolio management, Broker relationship management, Stakeholder management, Risk assessment, Communication, Organization, New business development, Renewal management, Technical underwriting, Customer-focused mindset, Cross-selling, Up-selling, General insurance

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Duration: Permanent Location: Melbourne Job Ref: 204793 About the role Ansvar Australia, who are proudly part of the Benefact Group, are looking for Underwriters to join our Underwriting and Distribution team. This role is critical in supporting our growth strategy by bringing technical underwriting capability, a customer‑focused mindset and a collaborative approach to broker and stakeholder engagement. As an Underwriter, you will be responsible for underwriting new business and renewal policies, schemes and endorsements across a regional portfolio by applying sound judgement and strong underwriting discipline. Why join us? We are embracing significant organisational change and need innovative thinkers and change makers who want to shape the future, not just be part of it. Your Voice Matters: Work directly with decision-makers who champion fresh ideas and where you can make a genuine impact. Diverse Opportunities: As a nimble, dynamic organisation, you’ll gain exposure to challenging projects and cross-functional skills. Meaningful Work: From our Community Education Programme to protecting heritage buildings and partnering with faith-based and community organisations, your work will make a tangible difference. Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, ambitious culture committed to making a difference and working towards a more sustainable future. Ranked amongst Australia's Top 40 Best Workplaces to Give Back in 2024, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities, with all of our profits going to charity and good causes. What you'll be doing Own your portfolio by underwriting new business, renewals, schemes and endorsements, using sound judgement and delegated authority Contribute directly to Regional growth and profitability through disciplined underwriting, proactive portfolio management and strong broker relationships Be a trusted underwriting partner for brokers and clients, acting as a key point of contact for enquiries and solutions Build and nurture strong relationships with brokers, distribution partners and internal stakeholders across the business Identify opportunities to grow value through effective cross‑sell and up‑sell activity within the portfolio What you'll need to have A solid underwriting experience within general insurance, ideally commercial lines Confident underwriting commercial risks within delegated authority Previous experience working directly with brokers and clients Bring strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills Motivated by contributing to profitable growth while maintaining underwriting discipline Share a genuine interest in working with purpose‑driven sectors What we offer A competitive salary - let's discuss it Flexible, Hybrid working in modern CBD offices Generous industry performance bonuses Generous annual leave plus birthday, well-being, paid parental, volunteering & more Tailored professional development programs Recognised as the Best Australian Workplace for Fathers (2025) Good Company Award Winner (2025) Hear from the hiring manager "Ansvar is in a strong phase of growth, and this role is a chance to be part of that journey. You’ll have the opportunity to own your portfolio, apply your technical expertise, and build meaningful broker relationships while supporting sustainable, profitable growth. If you’re looking to grow your career in a purpose‑led, values‑driven organisation where your contribution truly matters, Ansvar is an exciting place to be." About us At Ansvar Insurance, we are transforming the way we operate. As specialists in the Care, Community, Faith, Education, and Heritage sectors, we are modernising our business while staying true to our purpose - protecting those who serve others. Our strategy is focused on sustainable, profitable growth in our core sectors, underpinned by expert underwriting and strong broker partnerships. Benefact Group is a unique international financial services Group made up of over 30 businesses. We believe it’s essential to attract, empower, grow and reward talented people, offering fantastic opportunities for career and personal development. Our giving ethos, 135-year history and the diversity of what we do, has enabled us to build a culture of kindness, great ambition, and of passionate people driven to do better and be better. At Benefact Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture and building an environment where each and every one of us feels valued and respected. We are a community made up of people with a range of different backgrounds, abilities, perspectives, beliefs and interests and we value the strength this brings to us as a Group. We welcome applications from everyone. If you need any additional support during the recruitment process, then please let us know.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for underwriting new business, renewals, and endorsements while managing a regional portfolio. Additionally, you will build and nurture strong relationships with brokers and internal stakeholders to drive profitable growth.