Role Highlights
Location: London
Type: Permanent full time
Hybrid role happy to talk flexible working
The Opportunity
We are increasing our QPS (QBE Portfolio Solutions) offerings hiring several roles based out of our London offices with flexible working available. Covering both Lloyds and syndicate business our book of delegated business operating across a number of product lines on an international scale. With classes of business including Property Financial Lines Casualty Marine and Energy this is the fastest growing division within QBE International.
We have a newly created role for an Assistant Underwriter to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity to work closely with multiple departments across QBE with full exposure across the underwriting lifecycle. Partnering with brokers you will be involved in deciding on contracts and premiums for large technical lines of business whilst developing new opportunities to further grow our existing portfolio.
This role is very relationship driven both internally and externally with a portfolio lens across varied product lines worldwide. We are keen to speak with underwriting professionals from any business class who are looking to work within a close-knit team at the start of significant book growth.
Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this may consider sponsorship at its discretion.
About QBE
At QBE we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.
Were an international insurer with more than 13000 people working across 26 countries which means were big enough for your ambitions yet small enough for you to make a real impact. Its an exciting time. Were building 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 world As part of the QBE team youll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate talented and kind.
Your new role
Support the review and analysis of the portfolio to ensure continued profitability throughout the market cycle and promote organic growth
Develop new business opportunities for the growing lead/follow space in both the London market and internationally.
Work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to broker underwriters cover holders legal counsel actuaries analysts and data scientists.
Make entries as required properly and promptly on EO systems to ensure accuracy of data in relation to Underwriting Aggregate exposures
Follow the annual business plan for the portfolio and its context to be able to make decisions appropriately
Participate in meetings as required to support the development of strategy share knowledge and best practice
Perform underwriting activities in accordance with all legal and regulatory requirements to ensure obligations are met
Adhere to underwriting standards instructions and good practice to minimize risk and maximize efficiency
About you
Previous underwriting experience within the general insurance market whether syndicate or company business.
Clear ability to build rapport and credibility with varying stakeholders within a market-facing role
Good data analysis skills with the ability to identify manipulate and analysis existing data.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills able to produce detailed reports at various levels
Good organisation skills with ability to work to deadlines
Flexible approach and ability to recognise and adapt to changing business requirements
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:
As well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you!
30 days holiday a yearwith theoptionto buy up to 2additionaldays.
Pension you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.
Short term remote work abroad-you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad.
To learn more about benefits of working with us clickRewarding our people - QBE European Operations
Awards & Recognition
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
To learn more about our achievements clickhere
Apply now and lets make it happen!
If youre looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy click Apply today.
Your career. At the heart of it.
Skills:
Adaptability Administration Management Analytical Thinking Business Process Modeling Collaboration Tools Communication Critical Thinking Customer Value Management Insurance Underwriting Intentional collaboration Managing performance Policy Documentation Presenting with Impact Risk Management Stakeholder ManagementApplication Close Date: 15/01/2026 11:59 PMHow 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.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
QBE Insurance Group is one of the world's top 20 insurance and reinsurance companies, located in 26 countries. Visit us for company information.