Overview
Assistant Underwriter - Motor
Stafford, with hybrid working
We’re excited to offer an opportunity for an Assistant Underwriter to join our Motor team based in Stafford. In this role, you’ll support the Underwriting team by assessing and underwriting business in line with our business plan and within your delegated authority. Whether youre looking to build on existing experience or pivot your insurance career into underwriting, youll receive full training and support from a team of knowledgeable and experienced colleagues — making this a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in the insurance industry.
Your new role
* Provide efficient technical and general underwriting support to the team.
* Help ensure accurate recording and assessment of insurance risks, maintaining high standards and best practices.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, brokers, and customers to support collaborative working.
* Accurately input underwriting data into systems to support informed decision-making and minimise risk.
* Support senior members of the team by completing foundational underwriting tasks.
* Prepare and maintain documentation and records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
* Assist in the preparation of management reports and performance data to support business planning.
About you
* Experience from within the insurance industry, ideally in motor or commercial lines, whether that’s from underwriting, claims, operations, or a related area.
* Highly organised, with the ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively.
* An analytical mindset; confident working with data
* Good communication and relationship building skills
* A natural problem-solver, tenacious when it comes to resolving queries and seeing tasks through to completion.
* Comfortable using a range of systems, with a good working knowledge of Excel and other relevant software tools.
About QBE and benefits
QBE is an international insurer focused on creating a fair and inclusive workplace. We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of benefits to support work-life balance. For more information see the company site and reward pages on the careers site.
What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE’s vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply. Simply click the APPLY button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in contact if you meet the requirements of the role.
QBE Awards
QBE has received numerous awards for excellence and innovation in the industry.
Inclusion of Diversity
We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in, with partnerships and initiatives to promote inclusion. For more information on our strategy targets please view the Careers Page.
Accessibility
We promote an accessible workplace and will support candidates who require accommodations during the recruitment process.
ESG & Sustainability
Our sustainability focus includes net-zero targets and responsible investing. For more information please visit the Sustainability homepage and our latest Sustainability Report.
What next?
If you’re interested in contributing to QBE’s vision, apply by submitting your CV and documents. A Talent Acquisition team member will contact you if you meet the role requirements.
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Requirements / Skills: Analytical Thinking, Collaboration Tools, Communication, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management
How 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 complies with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
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