Underwriting Assistant at CFC

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Customer Service, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Insurance Knowledge, Compliance, Portfolio Management, Broker Engagement, Industry Knowledge, Proactivity, Accountability, Renewals Management, Performance Monitoring

Industry

Insurance

Description

Underwriting Assistant Department: Financial Lines Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: AU - Sydney Reporting To: Andrew Boyce Description Are you an emerging insurance professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for learning? We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Underwriter to join our Sydney Financial Lines team and support our growing Financial Lines portfolio. About the role: Reporting to the State Manager – Financial Lines, you’ll play a key role in servicing and retaining our existing Financial Lines portfolio, supporting senior Underwriters, and engaging with brokers to deliver exceptional service. This is a fantastic opportunity to build technical expertise, strengthen broker relationships, and contribute to a high-performing team. You’ll be responsible for managing renewals, assisting with new business opportunities, and ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines and industry regulations. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity grow your career in a supportive team that values development, autonomy, and connection. You’ll gain exposure to industry events, portfolio management, and broker engagement while contributing to a business that’s redefining insurance. If you’re ready to build your underwriting expertise and thrive in a dynamic, innovative culture, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Manage and service the existing Financial Lines portfolio alongside senior underwriters Provide exceptional customer service to brokers and internal stakeholders Conduct regular portfolio reviews to monitor performance and profitability Stay informed of industry developments and market trends Ensure compliance with legislation, insurer guidelines, and company policies Attend industry functions and networking events as required About You: 2+ years’ experience within the Insurance industry, ideally in an Underwriting support capacity Positive, professional, can-do attitude with a strong sense of accountability Excellent customer service skills, including written and verbal communication skills Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfortable with IT systems Ability to work both autonomously and in a team setting Understanding of the Australian insurance market Why you'll love working for CFC We are proud winners of Top Insurance Employers 2022, 2023 and 2024 and 5-Star Diversity, Equity & Inclusion awards (Insurance Business Australia). All employees enjoy: Our ‘Excellence Program’ encourages and rewards a culture of high-performing individuals and teams ‘You Do You Day’ – an annual additional leave today to do something that brings you joy Commitment-free social club, with monthly in-office catch ups and quarterly events to get to know your colleagues better Annual end of financial year and end of calendar year events, in addition to social club arrangements Optional annual charity volunteering day, facilitated by us 3 additional personal leave days per year – for whatever you need Flexible public holidays – to celebrate our diversity you can “Swap” 2 public holidays for a more culturally significant day to suit you Applications will only be considered where you clearly explain in an application letter why you are a match for this role. You must also include your resume. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to apply for this role.

Responsibilities

The Underwriting Assistant will manage and service the existing Financial Lines portfolio, supporting senior underwriters and engaging with brokers. Responsibilities include managing renewals, assisting with new business opportunities, and ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines.