Senior Property Underwriter

Steadfast Group is the largest general insurance broker network and the largest underwriting agency group in Australasia with growing operations internationally. We were founded on the belief that a network of brokers would be stronger together and this idea has been the backbone of our culture ever since. We believe that none of us is as good as all of us.

We are leaders of the general insurance broking and underwriting industry and we lead from the front.

About the opportunity:

We are seeking a highly experienced and collaborative Senior Property Underwriter to join Miramar Underwriting Agency part of the Steadfast Group. This product specialist role supports a dedicated team of SME and specialist underwriters providing technical leadership and underwriting services to our broker network.

Youll play a key role in managing complex risks mentoring underwriters and contributing to the continuous improvement of our underwriting processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of underwriting talent in a high-performing values-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with underwriters product managers and insurer partners to drive portfolio performance.
• Manage complex property risks and support day-to-day underwriting referrals.
• Develop and maintain strong broker relationships and a pipeline of new business.
• Contribute to process improvements and underwriting governance in collaboration with Product Managers.
• Provide technical leadership mentoring and support to underwriting colleagues.
• Conduct underwriting audits and support the implementation of competency frameworks.
• Promote effective communication and alignment across the team and broader business.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in property underwriting within an insurance company.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic thinker with analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication collaboration and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to mentor and train underwriters including onboarding experienced hires.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications that support the roles responsibilities.

Benefits

As a valued member of the Steadfast team youll enjoy a comprehensive array of benefits tailored to support your professional and personal well-being. Joining Steadfast means gaining access to:

• Hybrid working arrangements to help you balance work and home life.
• Career advancement opportunities and professional development through training programs mentorship initiatives and tuition reimbursement. We also partner with ANZIIF for accreditation and qualifications.
• Free company provided Life Temporary Permanent Disablement Salary Continuance and Travel insurances plus access to other discounted insurances.
• An expansive Health and Wellbeing program which includes free annual health checks free annual skin checks Flu shots holistic support and advice and confidential counselling.
• Working in a vibrant and collegiate culture where you are a person and your contribution is valued.

About us

We are committed to providing a workplace where people feel they can bring their whole self to work. We aim to create a diverse work environment in which everyone is treated fairly and with respect and where everyone feels responsible for the reputation and performance of Steadfast.

We are strong supporters of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples businesses and communities through our Reconciliation Action Plan. We are also passionate about the environment diversity equity and inclusion and love to give back to charities through the Steadfast Foundation.

We are proud of our Family Friendly Accreditation as well as and our Work180 Endorsement. We are major sponsors of Women in Insurance Young Insurance Professionals Head over Heels the Dive In festival and are active members of Champions of Change.

To apply

We are always on the lookout for great talent if you are interested in a confidential conversation regarding career opportunities please email

We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Our people are chosen for their personalities their ethics and professional qualities without any exclusion preferential treatment or discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate by reason of age gender gender identity race sexual orientation nationality religion or disability or any other difference. We encourage applications from all individuals and will provide appropriate assistance for candidates with disabilities or special needs throughout the recruitment process upon request.