Principal Property Underwriter – Government & Treasury

Randstad - Business Support; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad - Business Support is seeking a Principal Underwriter for an initial 3 month contract in Brisbane, Australia. You will deliver high level underwriting advice, assess complex portfolio risks, and determine premium models for major government agencies.

The role involves collaborating with senior Treasury officers and insurance brokers on parametric and catastrophe reinsurance strategies. Advanced Excel modeling, enterprise insurance systems, and clear executive communication are essential

Qualifications

• Proven underwriting experience across general insurance, with emphasis on property lines.
• Strong background or practical experience in property claims management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and trend analysis.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for executive briefings and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high level underwriting advice and assess complex portfolio risks.
• Determine appropriate annual premium models across major government agencies.
• Evaluate property and liability risk exposures and advise on catastrophe reinsurance programs.
• Monitor portfolio claims trends to shape future policy decisions.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Stakeholder engagement

Executive communication

Data analysis

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Enterprise insurance management systems

Job description

Randstad - Business Support is seeking a Principal Underwriter for an initial 3 month contract in Brisbane, Australia. You will deliver high level underwriting advice, assess complex portfolio risks, and determine premium models for major government agencies.

The role involves collaborating with senior Treasury officers and insurance brokers on parametric and catastrophe reinsurance strategies. Advanced Excel modeling, enterprise insurance systems, and clear executive communication are essential