IPL Risk Consultant Senior IPL Risk Consultant

The primary purpose of this role is to assist in the overall mission of achieving Insurance to Value for the Chubb Masterpiece portfolio identify potential exposures implement loss prevention measures and help to acquire and retain quality accounts which all contribute to the profitability of the division.

Key responsibilities:

Major duties/responsibilities are detailed in the individuals annual goals. The goals may include items such as:

• Assess the replacement cost of high net worth homes by adhering to accepted valuation methods and keeping abreast of current building costs. This service impacts profitability by providing a basis for insurance to value.
• Identifying potential exposures and review the security and fire protection relative to the insurance coverages
• Assess exposure to catastrophe perils such as bushfire and flood
• Provide recommendations to the underwriter regarding risk acceptability by understanding Chubbs underwriting and appraisal guidelines the coverages and limitations of local contracts and making observations about the general character and attitude of the homeowner.
• Suggest modifications to the insured which would improve an unacceptable risk in relation to burglary fire hazards and general exposures.
• Promote Chubbs war on water campaign and share with insureds during the appraisal strategies to prevent internal water damage.
• Prepare comprehensive but concise reports communicating the results of the risk investigation. Reports are to be completed using existing reporting templates and in accordance with Appraisal guidelines with regards to risk analysis and loss prevention.
• Identify the need for additional insurance coverages based on insureds personal possessions and lifestyle and supply the underwriter with sufficient information to pursue these coverages.
• Provide a valuable marketing advantage by upselling Chubb differences i.e. products benefits and services while in conversation with the insured.
• Contribute to the departments marketing efforts by conducting both informational and promotional sessions with producers/brokers.
• Assist with reviewing and updating a construction cost matrix which is used as the primary pricing guide when assessing the homes replacement cost.
• Keep abreast of changes to security/fire protection construction techniques/materials loss trends and undertake research projects as required.

• Preference for relevant degree (Property/Valuations/Construction) or equivalent business experience.
• Demonstrated numerical written and oral communication and organisational skills.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role in an Insurance/Residential Property environment