About this role
Primary Details
Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeSpecialise in more complex risks and add value to your interactions with both brokers and customers through your expertise and ability to share knowledge.Role Highlights
Auckland based role, 12-months to cover parental leave.
Specialise in Financial Lines/Casualty Underwriting.
Happy to talk flexible working
The opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Senior Financial Lines/Casualty Underwriter to join our Auckland-based corporate team for 12 months to cover parental leave starting in March 2026. Partner with a wide range of brokering partners.
About QBE
At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.
We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building 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 world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.
Your new role
You’ll manage accounts across a broad range of brokering partners. You’ll be responsible for overseeing the corporate portfolio, including:
Contribute to strategy, planning, and execution of policies and product plans to maintain portfolio balance.
Underwrite standard and complex risk business in line with business plans and delegated authority.
Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
Support growth through quotes, renewals, policy maintenance, problem-solving, and collaboration with intermediaries.
Occasional travel to meet key broker partners.
More information and the full job profile can be shared with applicants during the interview process.
About you
You’re an insurance professional with excellent stakeholder relationship skills. In addition you’ll have:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proven problem-solving ability.
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:
‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here.
Awards & Recognition
We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
To learn more about our achievements, click here.
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
Your career. At the heart of it.
QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at [email protected].
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Customer Value Management, Decision Making, Financial Advising, Financial Products, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Negotiation, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder ManagementApplication Close Date: 29/01/2026 11:59 PMHow 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.
Other facts
About QBE Insurance Group
At QBE we’re driven by our purpose of enabling a more resilient future.
QBE is an international insurer and reinsurer headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with local presence in 26 countries.
We don't just see ourselves as an insurer, but a partner to our customers in helping to navigate uncertainty. We provide tailored solutions across commercial, personal, and specialty products, as well as risk management solutions to help individuals and businesses manage risks, build strength and embrace change.
Whether it’s through our people, our deep expertise or our commitment to building strong relationships, we get to the heart of it.
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What you'll do
- You will manage accounts across a broad range of brokering partners and oversee the corporate portfolio. Responsibilities include underwriting standard and complex risk business, building stakeholder relationships, and supporting growth through quotes and renewals.
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