Underwriter – Property & Package
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Manchester - UK
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Job Summary
Primary Details
Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeUnderwriter Property & Package
Role Highlights
Manchester based role with hybrid working
Be part of an environment where you are empowered to use your expertise to further develop your Underwriting career
The Opportunity
QBE are hiring for an Underwriter to join our well-established and experienced Property and Package team based in Manchester. We are keen to speak with Property (or Property & Casualty) professionals looking to make their next move!
In this role youll play a crucial role in assessing risks evaluating insurance applications and determining coverage options. Youll work closely with brokers and clients to understand their needs and tailor insurance solutions to meet their requirements.
This is a great opportunity to be part of an environment where you are empowered to use your own subject matter expertise to further develop your Underwriting career.
About QBE
At QBE we get to the heart of what matters for our 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 exciting 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.
YourNew Role
Underwrite insurance risks in accordance with the Business Plan and the personal authority to meet business objectives
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including customers brokers business partners and colleagues to maximise influence
Participate fully and use your expertise to shape and develop strategy knowledge and best practice
Positively promote the department division and company as a whole in order to maximise brand leverage
Comply with all legal and regulatory requirements to ensure obligations are met
Adhere to underwriting standards instructions and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency
Actively keep abreast of market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness to be able to operate effectively and appropriately
Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this may consider sponsorship at its discretion.
AboutYou
Experience within the Property P&P or P&C underwriting space
Commercial ability to understand the key profit drivers to maximise long term wealth for our shareholders
Intermediate level understanding of relevant software including Excel and other departmental software packages
Good knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements
Excellent organisational prioritisation and interpersonal skills
Good negotiating skills innovative in underwriting approach and programme design
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.
Family friendly policieswe offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity sexual orientation or how you become a parent.
To learn more about benefits of working with us click & 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: ESG Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year
Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023:QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee
To learn more about our achievements click 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 Communication Critical Thinking Customer Service Financial Modeling Financial Products Insurance Underwriting Intentional collaboration Managing performance Negotiation Problem Solving Risk Appetite 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.
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.
