AddressWe are currently seeking an Account Executive within our Richard Oliver Underwriting Managers business to join the Australasian team.
Richard Oliver Underwriting Management distributes products and services to Willis Towers Watson and third-party brokers throughout Australia. It is also responsible for the development and management of products, facilities and platforms for the Corporate Risk and Broking (CRB) business in Australia.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the organisation and help deliver on our underwriting responsibilities across our Crime, Accident & Health and Specialist Liabilities portfolio (which includes general liability, CPI and recall insurances). The role will involve supporting underwriting functions for the abovementioned classes of business. The diverse nature of the role serves is an exciting opportunity for an individual wanting to expand their skill set.
The Role
- Assist with new business and renewal process including drafting of terms, binding cover and producing policy documentation as well as other administrative duties as requested by the Account Directors.
- Assist with the management of financial obligations particularly managing debtors to ensure premiums are received within the timeframes required for settlement to insurers
- Manage company profile with brokers and insurers by identifying and maintaining strategic relationships in all key markets.
- In liaison with your Manager and using data from your Continuing Professional Development Plan identify development and plan activities to meet these needs during your first 12 months.
- Ensuring quality of underwriting, including adherence to any delegated authority, underwriting procedures and policy administration
- Ensure all documentation is prepared in accordance with company service and compliance procedures
- Contribute to the team to ensure compliance with all specified business management processes
Qualifications
The Requirements
- 3 to 4 business cycles years gained in General Insurance
- Good knowledge and understanding of the Insurance industry and general insurance
- Strong communication and 'people skills' and ability to build strong relationships with key decision-makers internally and externally.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills with initiative, drive and enthusiasm. Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple stakeholders.
- A team player with the ability to demonstrate credibility and gain trust.
- Tier 1 Insurance qualification (or currently working towards this)
Note: Employment-based visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.
Why Join WTW
WTW provides a competitive benefits package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):
- Annual bonus
- Company paid salary continuance insurance
- Life and TPD insurance
- Hybrid working
- Networks (Gender, Wellbeing, Pride)
- Career Growth - internal opportunities and development programs
At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a "hybrid" style, with a mix of in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and "hybrid" is not a one-size-fits-all solution.
We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and so we encourage requests for all types of flexible working. Please speak to your recruiter to discuss more.
At WTW, we believe that a culture of inclusion and diversity is critical to our business. It's not a separate initiative - rather it's fundamental to everything we do. We are an equal-opportunity employer who is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and embrace diversity including gender, nationality, disability, age, marital/parental status, ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.
In the spirit of reconciliation, WTW acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
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