Underwriter - Specie

QBE; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dynamic Underwriter to join its successful Specie team. This hybrid role offers the chance to underwrite diverse risks including fine art and cash in transit, contributing to a market-leading reputation. You will leverage your expertise to build strong relationships with stakeholders and promote best practices within the team. With a commitment to flexibility and employee well-being, this organization provides numerous benefits and opportunities for career advancement. Join a supportive team and help shape the future of underwriting!

Benefits

30 days holiday per year

Flexible working arrangements

10% employer pension contributions

Fully funded private medical insurance

26 weeks full pay parental leave

Remote work abroad options

Cycle-to-Work scheme up to £5,000

Qualifications

• Ability to quote new and renewal business across various risk codes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite insurance risks to meet business objectives.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to maximize influence.
• Stay informed about market dynamics to operate effectively.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Presentation Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Job description

Primary Details

Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee

Underwriter – Specie

London/Home hybrid

Following internal promotion, our Specie team is hiring an Underwriter to join our well-established and successful product offering. This role involves underwriting across syndicated and company paper on a global scale. Our generalist book focuses on fine art, cash in transit, jewellers block, and general specie. Recognised for our capabilities, this book has achieved notable and consistent growth over the last 5 years, further building our market-leading reputation. This is a great opportunity to advance your career in specie as part of an experienced and supportive underwriting team.

Your new role

• Underwrite insurance risks according to the Business Plan and within your personal authority to meet business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including customers, brokers, business partners, and colleagues to maximise influence.
• Report on pipelines, new opportunities, and progress towards strategic goals on an ad hoc basis.
• Use your expertise to shape and develop strategy, knowledge, and best practices.
• Promote the department, division, and company positively to maximise brand leverage.
• Travel as needed for broker development and to update product or underwriting knowledge.
• Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions, and good practices to minimise risk and improve efficiency.
• Stay informed about market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness to operate effectively.
• Ensure clear and prompt communication with Underwriters regarding underwriting and aggregate exposures, ensuring entries on EO systems are accurate.

About You

• Ability to quote new and renewal business in some or all of the four risk codes.
• Excellent organisational, prioritisation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong presentation skills and an open communication style.
• Ability to influence others through leading by example.
• Good negotiation skills, innovative underwriting approach, and programme design skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Why QBE? At My Best

We want our people to feel rewarded and inspired, which is why we created “At My Best”. It reflects our commitment to support you and offer flexibility to match your life stage. Our culture is built on our QBE DNA, supporting our people through wellbeing initiatives and benefits.

We are an international insurer working towards becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We ask the right questions to enable a resilient future, helping communities build strength and embrace change.

QBE is committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace. We support flexible working and welcome conversations about accommodations (https://qbeeurope.com/careers/flex-qbe/).

With over 13,000 employees across 27 countries, we are impactful yet personable—down-to-earth, passionate, and kind.

Learn more about why to work at QBE on our careers website.

QBE Benefits

We offer benefits to support your personal and professional life, including:

• 30 days holiday per year, with options to buy up to 2 additional days.
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time, job share, and compressed hours.
• Automatic enrolment in the QBE pension plan with 10% employer contributions.
• Fully funded private medical insurance for you and your family.
• 26 weeks of full pay parental leave, regardless of gender or how you become a parent.
• Up to 20 days remote work abroad per year in certain locations.
• Sustainable investing aligned with our net-zero goals, supporting green businesses.
• Cycle-to-Work scheme up to £5,000 for bikes and accessories.

Find out more on our Reward Page.

QBE Awards

Our recognitions include:

• AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024: Network Management of the Year
• Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: 5-Star Cyber Insurer
• UK IT Industry Awards 2023: Green Technology Innovation of the Year
• Working Dads Employer Awards 2023: Parental Policies Award
• Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: 5-Star Employee

View all awards here.

Inclusion & Diversity

We aim to foster an inclusive culture and are committed to diversity. We partner with Stonewall, Working Families, and adhere to initiatives like the Women in Finance Charter, UN Women’s Empowerment Principles, and Race at Work charter. More details are on our Careers Page.

Accessibility

We support an accessible workplace. Please inform our Talent Acquisition team if you require accommodations during recruitment.

ESG & Sustainability

We embed sustainability into our business, focusing on an inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, a resilient workforce, and innovative solutions. Learn more on our Sustainability homepage and in our latest Sustainability Report.

What next?

If you’re passionate about contributing to our vision of a resilient future, apply now! Click the “apply” button to submit your CV. Our Talent Acquisition team will contact you if you meet the role requirements.

Join us and help shape the future!

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