Senior Property Underwriter Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Senior Property Underwriter to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in underwriting commercial property risks, with a strong understanding of the Australian insurance market.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and developing strong relationships with brokers, making quality underwriting decisions, and delivering high-quality service to our clients.
* Maintain and develop strong business relationships with brokers
* Make quality underwriting decisions based on risk assessment and policy requirements
* Deliver high-quality service to clients through prompt communication and issue resolution
Key Responsibilities:
1. Review property risks and complete all necessary underwriting duties
2. Manage a portfolio of mid-market and larger, more complex property accounts
3. Procure new business opportunities to meet targets
4. Complete premium calculations for new business and renewals using rating systems and guidelines
5. Issue and review policy wordings as needed
6. Identify referral triggers per underwriting guidelines and escalate with recommendations
7. Operate within delegated underwriting authority and guidelines
8. Collaborate with Risk Engineers to improve clients' risk profiles
9. Work with the team to meet business goals
10. Develop and foster broker and client relationships
Requirements:
* Preferably 5+ years of property underwriting experience, especially in the Perth market
* Experience underwriting mining risks is advantageous
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Strong time management and prioritization skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proven results and relationship-building experience
* High numeracy and computer literacy (Excel, MS Office)
Benefits:
* A dynamic, values-based work environment
* Flexible working arrangements
* Ongoing development support
How to Apply:
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.