Vero Strata Underwriter

Suncorp Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Career development

Internal mobility

Job summary

Suncorp Group in Melbourne, VIC is seeking an experienced Strata Underwriter to manage and underwrite a portfolio of Strata business, including new business, renewals, and policy adjustments. The role focuses on building broker relationships, delivering tailored insurance solutions, and supporting portfolio growth within Vero’s Specialty Lines Strata framework.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years’ experience in Strata underwriting with strong analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in Strata underwriting; Commercial Strata underwriting experience highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Managing and underwriting a portfolio of Strata business, including new and existing customers.
• Assessing risks and making sound underwriting decisions in line with business objectives and risk appetite.
• Building and maintaining strong broker and stakeholder relationships.
• Delivering responsive, solution-focused service and support to customers and intermediaries.
• Collaborating with internal teams to achieve positive customer and business outcomes.
• Contributing to portfolio growth, performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strata underwriting

Broker relationships

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Strata Underwriter

Melbourne, VIC I Full Time

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and commercially minded Underwriter to join Vero’s Specialty Lines Strata team.

In this role, you'll manage and underwrite a portfolio of Strata business, including new business, renewals, and policy adjustments, while supporting profitable portfolio growth. Working closely with brokers, customers, and internal stakeholders, you'll build strong relationships, deliver tailored insurance solutions, and contribute to the successful execution of Vero’s Specialty Lines Strata strategy.

As an Underwriter, you will play a key role in supporting the growth and success of Vero’s Specialty Lines Strata portfolio. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and underwriting a portfolio of Strata business, including new and existing customers.
• Assessing risks and making sound underwriting decisions in line with business objectives and risk appetite.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with brokers and key stakeholders.
• Delivering responsive, solution-focused service and support to customers and intermediaries.
• Collaborating with internal teams to achieve positive customer and business outcomes.
• Contributing to portfolio growth, performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in Strata underwriting, with Commercial Strata underwriting experience highly regarded.
• Open to relevant Underwriting, Claims, Broking & Strata Management professionals.
• Strong technical underwriting capability with the ability to assess risk and make sound commercial decisions.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining strong broker and stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent negotiation, influencing, and relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a commercially focused mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high levels of accuracy and service.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across multiple business functions.
• Knowledge of insurance market trends, underwriting principles, and risk management practices.

At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.

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