Insurance Risk Senior Manager
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Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeInsurance Risk Manager Group Insurance Risk (12 monthFixed Term Contract)
Location: London
12 monthmaternity cover
Exposure to global underwriting reinsurancecatastropheand accumulation risk
Happy to talk flexible working
Looking to broaden your exposure beyond a single line of business and gain a truly global view of insurance risk
This is a unique opportunity to join QBEs Group Insurance Risk team on a 12month fixed term contract providing second line of defence oversight across a diverse international portfolio.Youllwork closely with senior stakeholders in underwriting pricingreinsuranceand catastrophe risk influencing risk outcomes at a Group level while deepening your understanding of how a global insureroperates.
Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE 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.
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 world As part of the QBE teamyoullget to spend every day working with people who are passionatetalentedand kind.
Your new role
As an Insurance Risk Manager within Group Riskyoullprovide second line oversight of insurance risks across the QBE Group supporting effectivedecision makingand strong risk governance.
Reporting into the Group Head of Insurance Risk and working as part of a growing globally distributed team (London and Sydney)youllpartner closely with underwriting pricingreinsuranceand catastrophe specialists. The role offers broad exposure across insurance risk rather than deep technical ownership of a single area making it ideal for someone looking to expand their perspective.
Key aspects of the role include:
Providing independent second line oversight and challenge across insurance processescontrolsand risks
Identifyingemerging risk issues early and supporting the first line to implement effective remedial actions
Leading insurance risk stress and scenario testing and contributing to business planning activities
Supporting and reviewing risk appetite statements RCSAs and management assurance processes
Running and contributing to insurance risk forums anddeep divereviews across global functions including reinsurance and accumulation risk
Using datametricsand analytics toidentifykey risk themes and trends
About you
Wereopen to candidates from a range of backgrounds who can bring strong insurance knowledge and a collaborative curious mindset. You may come from risk underwriting reinsuranceclaimsor consulting.
Youlllikely bring:
Strong understanding of insuranceand/orrisk gained in a first line or risk role within insurance or reinsurance
The ability to engage confidently with underwriting pricingreinsuranceand catastrophe stakeholders
Knowledge of regulatory expectations and industry best practice in insurance risk management
Excellent stakeholder managementcommunicationand presentation skills
A pragmatic inquisitive approach with the confidence to provide robust but constructive challenge
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.
Private medical insurancewe fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family.
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
Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023:QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee
To learn more about our achievements clickhere
Apply now andletsmake it happen!
Ifyourelooking for a career that combines yourexpertiseand your empathy click Apply today.
Your career. At the heart of it.
Skills:
Adaptability Analytical Thinking Catastrophe Risk Management Coaching for success Critical Thinking Decision Making Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Influencing Insurance Underwriting Intentional collaboration Managing performance Navigating ambiguity Risk Management Stakeholder Management Team ManagementApplication Close Date: 13/03/2026 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:
Senior Manager
Key Skills
- Arm
- Risk Management
- Financial Services
- Cybersecurity
- COSO
- PCI
- Root cause Analysis
- COBIT
- NIST Standards
- SOX
- Information Security
- RMF
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.
