Senior Underwriter, Professional Indemnity

Opportunity to join a market-leading specialist Underwriting firm based from their Melbourne office.

Elevate your underwriting career as a Senior Underwriter specializing in Professional Lines . In this crucial role, you will lead the underwriting of both new and existing businesses within defined guidelines, authority levels, and service standards.
Overview of this role

• Underwrite within the limitations of company policy and in accordance with underwriting standards.
• Prepare reports on portfolio performance and maintain credit control of business within the portfolio.
• Participate in audits, Peer Review Process, and any other compliance requirements.
• Ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete and conforms with organisational guidelines.
• Work with other stakeholders to maximise underwriting opportunities, minimise expenses and achieve operations and service targets.
• Maintain and develop key broker relationships through consistent visitation, ensuring that customer service is provided at a high level.
• Provide timely service of requests and ensure administration of tasks in a timely manner.
• Develop and execute new business opportunities by interacting with existing and new brokers. This includes a systematic approach to broker networking.
• Work with Senior Underwriters and Management on future product development.
• Ensure reporting spreadsheets are up to date.
• Business development management, portfolio performance, and profitability.
• Develop productive long-term relationships with external stakeholders.

Role Requirements & Skills

• Experience working in the financial services, with knowledge in legislative framework.
• Demonstrable ability to grow a profitable portfolio.
• Experience in same or similar role- minimum 5 years.
• Tertiary qualifications - desirable but not essential.
• Demonstrate a proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• An organised and methodical approach to working practices and meet deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of the Australian insurance regulatory and compliance environment.
• Ability to provide a high level of service to external stakeholders.
• Demonstrable knowledge of products, underwriting practices, and market dynamics.

If this sounds like the type of role you would be interested in pursuing and you meet the above criteria apply now through the portal or for a confidential discussion call Gosia 0432 531 332 or email gosia@blakeoliver.com.au