Property Underwriter

Chubb; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance provider is looking for a professional to manage the Property line of business in Auckland, New Zealand. This role involves underwriting, portfolio management, and developing strong relationships with brokers. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of insurance experience and strong communication and organizational skills. Competitive benefits are offered in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous insurance experience essential – ideally 2 years’ plus.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated intermediate skills in PC software, especially Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage profitable development of the Property line of business.
• Underwrite and negotiate renewals and new business.
• Establish business relationships with brokers.

Skills

Insurance experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service focus

Planning and organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chubb celebrates diversity by fostering an inclusive, flexible and equitable workplace. We support applications from all members of our community and equitable access to our employment opportunities. We are open to discussing workplace flexibility in all our vacancies, to ensure we can attract the best candidates and accommodate individual needs, differences, disabilities and working arrangements. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.

Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. As an underwriting company, we assess, assume and manage risk with insight and discipline. We service and pay our claims fairly and promptly. The company is also defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New York, London, Paris and other locations, and employs approximately 40,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at: www.chubb.com.

Your Role

Responsible for portfolio management and the profitable development of the Property line of business within New Zealand. Provide technical support to the business development team to ensure achievement of profitable growth objectives.

Your Responsibilities

• Responsible for the profitable development of the Property lines of business within New Zealand and portfolio management in conjunction with the NZ Property Manager. Ensure achievement of profitable growth objectives.
• Underwrite and negotiate renewals and new business in line with Company Guidelines.
• Establish sound business relationships with the Company's Producers.
• Assist the Growth and Development of the Company by proactively enhancing the profile of the company through existing and new distribution channels.
• Establish close liaison and working relationships with other Product Line employees to maximise leveraged benefits to Chubb.
• Complete all Administration requirements as necessary.
• Manage all aspects of underwriting process including, quotation, programme referrals, binding receipt of closings and policy issuance. Recommends changes to standards or procedures where deficiencies have been found.
• Assist with premium collections as required.
• To be able assist in the review of manuscript and agreed broker wordings to ensure they comply with current market conditions and Chubb underwriting disciplines.
• Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.
• Establish close liaison and working relationships with the claims and the risk management team and refer to them when and where necessary.
• Promote and develop new business opportunities, as well as, maintaining renewals by developing and establishing relationships with key brokers who manage business in this segment.
• To be able to deliver a high standard of service and broker relationship management and demonstrate a strong record of profitable new business development
  

Qualifications

• Previous insurance experience essential – ideally 2 years’ plus.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good written and oral communication, negotiation and inter-personal skills.
• Focus on customer service excellence.
• Ability to communicate confidently across all levels of the organisation and with clients/brokers.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated intermediate skills in PC software, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Microsoft
• Outlook and new software as it applies to the position.
• Full understanding of the insurance industry and how the client/broker/insurer relationships operate.

Desirable

• Property or Commercial lines experience.

Chubb is committed to equal employment and celebrates individual differences by creating a workplace environment in which everyone feels welcomed, respected and valued. We offer you the opportunity to work as part of a dynamic and agile environment where continuous development is encouraged throughout your career, both locally and globally.