Liability Underwriter
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Job Summary
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Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeLiability Underwriter
Toronto / Hybrid
The Opportunity:
Were seeking an experienced Liability Underwriter to join our forward-thinking this role youll underwrite complex Multinational business provide expert guidance and influence key underwriting decisions. Youll build strong broker relationships apply technical expertise to deliver meaningful results and stay ahead of industry trends. As a trusted leader youll also support product innovation and play a vital role in developing talent coaching and mentoring Underwriters and Assistant Underwriters within a collaborative dynamic environment.
About QBE
At QBE we get to the heart of what matters for our customers.And 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 impact.Itsan exciting time.Werebuilding 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:
- Underwrite new and existing business by analysing clients business operation current coverage and previous claims experience to determine exposure and set appropriate terms and premiums.
- Develop a pipeline of qualified account opportunities within appetite and utilise sales acumen relationship and creative problem-solving to create winning solutions and to ensure growth targets are met.
- Adherence to the underwriting framework by following internal guidelines regulatory and legal requirements and reinsurance requirements while demonstrating the adoption of good practices to ensure compliance and minimise risk.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including customers brokers business partners and colleagues by providing personalised and quality customer service.
- Utilise knowledge of market dynamics and market cycles to operate effectively and appropriately.
- Negotiate rates terms and conditions for existing and new business and renewals; managing production and issue contract certainty documentation within set timeframe.
- Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations and guidelines ensuring contribution to the business plan and objectives
- Participate in the review and analysis of the portfolio to identify progress toward business objectives
- Contribute to the aggregate management and peer review processes to encourage and develop excellence.
About you:
- Experience in underwriting liability insurance is essential; exposure to multinational accounts is highly desirable.
- Proven technical expertise in underwriting large complex accounts with strong knowledge of pricing rating and valuation tools.
- Skilled in analysing data policy wordings and risk profiles to support sound underwriting decisions.
- Strong market awareness with a track record of broker relationship development and new business generation.
- Excellent communication influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to prioritise and stay organised in a dynamic environment.
- Proficient in Excel and underwriting systems with a solid understanding of legal regulatory and compliance requirements.
QBE Benefits
You are more than your work and QBE is more than a workplace which is why we provide you with the benefits support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally.
QBE Awards
We value our employees experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year
Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re Winner: ESG Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace Executive Director UK insurance
AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year
Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer
UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year
Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award
Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee
You can view all our awards here
Apply now andletsmake it happen!
Ifyourelooking for a career thatcombines yourexpertiseand your empathy click Applytoday.
Your career. At the heart of it.
Skills:
Adaptability Analytical Thinking Critical Thinking Customer Service Decision Making Insurance Underwriting Intentional collaboration Managing performance Negotiation Portfolio Management Problem Solving Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Strategic Management Waterfall ModelHow 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.
Key Skills
- Loan Processing
- Computer Skills
- Fraud
- Math
- Banking
- Pricing
- Analysis Skills
- Fair Housing Regulations
- Underwriting
- Financial Analysis
- negotiation
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
QBE Insurance Group is one of the world's top 20 insurance and reinsurance companies, located in 26 countries. Visit us for company information.
