Senior Underwriter Onshore Energy
Job Summary
Primary Details
Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeSenior Underwriter Onshore Energy
Location:London
Type: Permanent full time
Hybrid role happy to talk flexible working
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity for a Senior Underwriter to join our Onshore Energy team. This role sits within a global underwriting portfolio writing international business across company and Lloyds platforms and plays a key part in the continued development and performance of our Onshore Energy offering.
With a strong market and broker focusyoullbe responsible fordeveloping and managing broker relationships underwriting profitable business across a broad onshore energy and heavy industry risk profile and contributing to the ongoing evolution of our global appetite.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced underwriter - or a broker who has transitioned into underwriting - to step into a visible influential role within a collaborative highperforming team with genuine scope to shape underwriting outcomes and build a strong market profile.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
Perform complex underwriting activitiesin accordance withall legal and regulatory requirements to ensure obligations are met
Support the development of the annual business plan for the portfolio and ensure delivery of the plan
Contribute andparticipatein team and portfolio meetings to share and develop strategyknowledgeand best practice
Adhere to underwriting standardsinstructionsand good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency
Apply reinsurance requirements appropriately to manage exposure and support business plan objectives
Act as a technical referral pointidentifyingunderwriting issues and opportunities within the Onshore Energy portfolio
Establish and strengthen strong relationships with brokers customers businesspartnersand internal stakeholders to maximise influence and achieve business objectives
Contribute to portfolio review and analysis to assess performance against underwriting and profitability targets
Support aggregate management and peer review processes to promote underwriting excellence and consistency
About you
Proven underwriting capability within a general property heavyindustryor energy-related insurance environment with handson experience of underwriting decision making
Strong marketfacing skills with the ability to build credibility and trusted relationships with brokers and internal stakeholders
Sound technical understanding of policy wordings relevant regulations and market dynamics within property and energy classes
Experience underwriting complex risks and contributing to portfolio management within a commercial insurance setting
Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data and insight toidentifyprofitable opportunities and support underwriting decisions
Confident negotiator with the judgement to balance commercial outcomes and risk discipline
A collaborative mindset comfortable working within a global team structure and contributing to shared underwriting goals
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:
Analytical Thinking Business Management Coaching for success Critical Thinking Decision Making Financial Modeling Influencing Insurance Underwriting Intentional collaboration Managing performance Navigating ambiguity Policy Development Prioritization Risk Management Stakeholder ManagementHow 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 IC
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.