Specialist Inland Marine & Energy Underwriting
QBE Insurance, Chicago, IL, United States
Inland Marine & Energy Underwriting Specialist
Location: USA New York, NY; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL Work Arrangement: Hybrid The salary range for this role is: $80,000-132,000 The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to underwrite Inland Marine business in accordance with the business plan within set underwriting guidelines, service standards and within individual earned or delegated underwriting authority. Additionally, the role is responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, staying informed about industry standards and new product introductions. Responsibilities: Contribute to the delivery of the annual business plan for the Inland Marine business unit by making appropriate decisions. Perform complex underwriting activities in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Utilise product line expertise to analyse business prospects and recommend profitable risk selection. Manage key portfolios/accounts with intermediaries. Establish, strengthen, and develop relationships with stakeholders to maximise influence and achieve business objectives. Maintain in-depth knowledge of current legislation, best practice, underwriting, systems, products and organisational guidelines. Actively manage your portfolio and relationships with brokers and colleagues to achieve portfolio retention, growth and profitability targets. Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions, and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency. Work Experience: Preferred Work Experience includes: Underwriting experience. Established broker relationships. Qualifications: Necessary Qualifications include: Tertiary Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Compensation Package: The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate's professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE's annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team. QBE 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: Hybrid Working a mix of working from home and in the office 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8% Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education Employee Network and Community QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community To learn more, click here: Benefits | QBE US. Why QBE? What if you could have a positive impact at work and in the world? At QBE, we're enabling a more resilient future for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We're building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success. Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. Join us now, so you can be part of our success and we can be part of yours! QBE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with QBE, please inform our Talent Acquisition team to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Location: USA New York, NY; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL Work Arrangement: Hybrid The salary range for this role is: $80,000-132,000 The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to underwrite Inland Marine business in accordance with the business plan within set underwriting guidelines, service standards and within individual earned or delegated underwriting authority. Additionally, the role is responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, staying informed about industry standards and new product introductions. Responsibilities: Contribute to the delivery of the annual business plan for the Inland Marine business unit by making appropriate decisions. Perform complex underwriting activities in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Utilise product line expertise to analyse business prospects and recommend profitable risk selection. Manage key portfolios/accounts with intermediaries. Establish, strengthen, and develop relationships with stakeholders to maximise influence and achieve business objectives. Maintain in-depth knowledge of current legislation, best practice, underwriting, systems, products and organisational guidelines. Actively manage your portfolio and relationships with brokers and colleagues to achieve portfolio retention, growth and profitability targets. Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions, and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency. Work Experience: Preferred Work Experience includes: Underwriting experience. Established broker relationships. Qualifications: Necessary Qualifications include: Tertiary Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Compensation Package: The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate's professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE's annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team. QBE 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: Hybrid Working a mix of working from home and in the office 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8% Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education Employee Network and Community QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community To learn more, click here: Benefits | QBE US. Why QBE? What if you could have a positive impact at work and in the world? At QBE, we're enabling a more resilient future for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We're building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success. Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. Join us now, so you can be part of our success and we can be part of yours! QBE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with QBE, please inform our Talent Acquisition team to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.