Senior Construction & Engineering Underwriter
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Senior Construction & Engineering Underwriter
Job No: 678385
Auckland Wellington
Permanent Full Time
Insurance
NZ-B5
At Suncorp New Zealand were committed to building futures and protecting what matters most for Kiwis. As part of the wider Suncorp Group we combine strong local market knowledge with the scale capability and expertise of a leading trans-Tasman insurer.
Were looking for a Senior Construction & Engineering Underwriter to join our Corporate & Specialty team reporting directly to our Portfolio this role youll take ownership of underwriting complex construction and engineering risks contribute to portfolio strategy and build strong broker and intermediary relationships. Youll play a key role in delivering profitable growth supporting underwriting capability across the team and continuously improving how we work.
What youll do
- Underwrite new business renewals and mid-term adjustments across Construction & Engineering products within your DUA
- Apply product and pricing strategies to deliver strong Insurance Trading Results
- Review and manage complex risks including exposures claims trends and risk mitigation
- Build strong broker and intermediary relationships negotiating terms and outcomes
- Monitor market competitor and regulatory trends to identify risks and opportunities
- Contribute to underwriting governance quality assurance and peer reviews
- Identify and implement opportunities to simplify processes and improve efficiency
- Live Suncorps values by putting customers first and supporting a positive team culture
What youll bring
- 5 years experience underwriting Construction & Engineering risks
- Strong technical underwriting skills with solid knowledge of risk appetite DUA and guidelines
- Commercial mindset with proven broker negotiation and relationship-building capability
- Understanding of construction and engineering risks reinsurance and claims drivers
- Ability to prioritise meet deadlines and make sound decisions under pressure
- Confidence communicating with brokers stakeholders and customers
- Awareness of market and regulatory developments
- Relevant tertiary qualification (desirable)
- A collaborative resilient approach and continuous improvement mindset
About Suncorp NZ
Were proud to be part of the Suncorp Group home to some of Australia and New Zealands most trusted insurance brands. Together we deliver faster simpler and better outcomes for our customers and partners.
At Suncorp we believe we are at our best when our workforce reflects the diversity of our communities. Were committed to creating an inclusive culture offering flexible work career development and opportunities for internal mobility.
If you require adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or workplace contact for a confidential conversation.
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Key Skills
- Loan Processing
- Credit Analysis
- Fraud
- Math
- Risk Analysis
- Pricing
- Analysis Skills
- Fair Housing Regulations
- Equity Research
- Underwriting
- negotiation
- RMF
