Head of South, Commercial Property

Qbena; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 318,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Family leave 22 weeks

401(k) match 8%

Well-being program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee networks

Job summary

QBE is seeking a seasoned leader to strategically manage and grow a profitable insurance portfolio. You will drive product strategy, pricing, and portfolio management while ensuring regulatory compliance and responsible risk management.

The role includes leading in-market P&L for designated lines and guiding a hybrid team in-office 2–3 days per week in Atlanta. Ideal candidates will bring senior underwriting experience, leadership capabilities, and a track record in portfolio management and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Underwriting leadership and senior leadership experience preferred.
• Strong portfolio management and distribution experience requested.

Responsibilities

• Support development of the annual business plan for the portfolio and ensure its delivery.
• Ensure team awareness of the business plan and its context for informed decision-making.
• Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions, and good practice to minimize risk and maximize efficiency.
• Establish and strengthen relationships with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
• Demonstrate understanding of market dynamics and cycles to enhance business performance.
• Continually develop expertise and technical knowledge through appropriate activities.
• Underwrite insurance risks in accordance with the business plan and personal authority.
• Contribute to review and analysis of the portfolio to identify new business opportunities.
• Ensure accurate recording of entries on Division systems for data integrity.
• Manage team performance fairly and in line with the performance process.

Skills

Underwriting leadership

Leadership

Portfolio management

Market analysis

Stakeholder management

Customer centricity

Distribution experience

Digital delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Primary Details

Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee

The Opportunity

The purpose of this role is to strategically manage and develop a profitable portfolio of insurance products in alignment with the business plan. This involves providing leadership in product strategy, pricing, and portfolio management, while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The role also includes driving profitable growth, managing resources effectively, and overseeing the country's P&L for designated business lines within the organization.

• Location: 3340 Peachtree Rd Atlanta, GA
• Work Arrangement: This role is hybrid, where you will be expected to be in the office 2-3 days per week
• The salary range for this role is between $212,000-$318,000

Your New Role

• Support the development of the annual business plan for the portfolio and ensure its delivery.
• Ensure team awareness of the business plan and its context for informed decision-making.
• Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions, and good practice to minimize risk and maximize efficiency.
• Establish and strengthen relationships with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
• Demonstrate an understanding of market dynamics and cycles to enhance business performance.
• Continually develop expertise and technical knowledge through appropriate activities.
• Underwrite insurance risks in accordance with the business plan and personal authority.
• Contribute to the review and analysis of the portfolio to identify new business opportunities.
• Ensure accurate recording of entries on Division systems for data integrity.
• Manage team performance fairly and in line with the performance process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Competencies

• Underwriting experience in a senior role.
• Leadership experience.
• Converting analysis into strategy.
• Customer centricity mindset.
• Distribution experience.
• Portfolio management experience.
• Overseeing development of digital delivery.

Compensation Package

The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate’s professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.

QBE 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:

• Hybrid Working – a mix of working from home and in the office
• 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender‑equal basis
• Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%
• Well‑being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education
• Employee Network and Community – QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community

Why QBE? What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world?

At QBE, we’re enabling a more resilient future – for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We’re building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success.

Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.

Join us now, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours!

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Equal Employment Opportunity

QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Supplementary information

Analytical Thinking, Coaching for success, Communication, Critical Thinking, Influencing, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Negotiation, Policy Development, Process Improvements, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Management

Equal Employment Opportunity

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.