Liability Underwriter

QBE

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Melbourne - Australia

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 2 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Primary Details

Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

Role Highlights

  • Melbourne based full-time permanent position.

  • Be supported by an experienced underwriting leader who is genuinely invested in developing talent and growing capability.

  • Hybrid working arrangements with a balance of working from home and in the office through designated anchor days.

The Opportunity

Were seeking a Liability Underwriter to join our Melbournebased Liability team supporting a predominantly commercial portfolio with some corporate exposure across the VIC / TAS region.

This opportunity suits an experienced underwriter who brings strong established broker relationships enjoys building and growing portfolios and combines sound underwriting judgement with a collaborative relationshipled approach.

About QBE

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

  • Werean international insurer with more than 13000 people working across 26 countries which meanswerebig enough for your ambitions yet small enough for you to make a real exciting 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 worldAspart of the QBE teamyoullget to spend every day working with people who are passionatetalentedand kind.

Your new role

Youll play a key role in managing complex new business and renewals within delegated authority while contributing to the ongoing growth profitability and reputation of the this role youll:

  • Underwrite commercial and selected corporate liability risks including new business and renewals in line with underwriting guidelines and delegated authority.

  • Actively manage and grow a portfolio balancing retention profitability and sustainable growth.

  • Leverage and strengthen established broker relationships while identifying opportunities to expand networks and develop new partnerships.

  • Provide timely pragmatic underwriting decisions and solutions for brokers and customers.

  • Share knowledge insights and experience with the wider team contributing to continuous improvement and the development of underwriting strategies products and processes aligned to business growth objectives.

More information and the full job profile can be shared with applicants during the interview process.

About you

Were looking for someone with a positive mindset strong commercial acumen and a genuine interest in continuing to develop their career with the support of an experienced leader within a collaborative team.

To be successful in this role you will bring:

  • Proven underwriting experience within the Liability space ideally across commercial and corporate risks.

  • Established broker relationships with the ability to further develop and grow a portfolio.

  • Sound technical underwriting capability supported by strong judgement and risk assessment skills.

  • Welldeveloped soft skills including relationship building communication and influence.

  • A positive proactive approach with resilience and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

  • Relevant insurance or tertiary qualifications (desirable).

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

  • Free holistic wellbeing coaching nutritional confidential counselling financial and legal advice

  • 18 weeks gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents including paid super

To learn more about benefits of working with us clickhere.

Awards & Recognition

We value our employees 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

  • 2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards

  • Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates

To learn more about our achievements clickhere.

How to Apply

Ifyourelooking for a career thatcombines yourexpertiseand your empathy click applicants will need to complete work rightspoliceand 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.

Skills:

Analytical Thinking Communication Critical Thinking Customer Service Customer Value Management Decision Making Financial Products Insurance Underwriting Intentional collaboration Managing performance Negotiation Portfolio Management Pricing Strategies Risk Management Stakeholder Management

Application Close Date: 15/05/2026 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.

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