Next Generation Associate Underwriter

QBE North America; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

QBE North America in Chicago is launching the Next Generation Associate Underwriter program, offering an accelerated development path into underwriting. You will support experienced underwriters, prepare quotes, and build a foundation in underwriting principles while collaborating with multiple lines of business.

Location is Chicago, IL, with on-site work. The program aims to develop technical underwriting knowledge, business acumen, and professional skills for a long-term career in a global

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Underwriting coursework or experience.
• Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Review the recommendations made based on QBE's appetite, pricing, coverage, and conditions of new business.
• Support the management of an assigned book of business under the supervision of a Senior Associate and/or Underwriter.
• Maintain and develop relationships with assigned select brokers.
• Evaluate risk on current customers and prospects.
• Provide a timely and professional level of service to internal and external customers.
• Assist with the review and analysis of the portfolio to evaluate progress toward business objectives and identify opportunities.
• Consistently adhere to underwriting compliance with business and regulatory requirements.
• Support the execution of timely and efficient underwriting activities by following established guidelines.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Backlog Management

Communication

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Data Entry

Financial Advising

Insurance Underwriting

Intentional collaboration

Managing performance

Policy Compliance

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Underwriting Support

Education

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

Job description

Primary Details

Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeTitle: Next Generation Associate Underwriter

The Opportunity

The Opportunity: The Next Generation Underwriting Program is an accelerated development experience designed to provide early-career talent with broad exposure to underwriting and the insurance business. As an Associate Underwriter, you will support QBE underwriters by preparing quotes, following up with producers, and reviewing plan changes and amendments while developing a strong foundation in underwriting principles and operations.

Throughout the program, you will gain exposure to multiple lines of business and key functions across QBE, including Commercial, Specialty, Reinsurance, Claims, and other areas that contribute to delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and partners. Working closely with experienced professionals, you will build technical underwriting knowledge, strengthen business acumen, and develop the interpersonal and professional skills needed to thrive in a dynamic, global organization.

As a valued member of the Next Generation Underwriting Program cohort, you will begin your journey with a comprehensive onboarding experience designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to make an immediate impact. Through hands-on learning, meaningful business experiences, formal development opportunities, and a strong support network of leaders, mentors, and peers, you will gain a holistic understanding of the insurance value chain and how different parts of the business work together to serve customers.

Upon successful completion of the program, you will transition into a role aligned with your strengths, interests, and business needs, empowered to apply your expertise and continue building a long-term career with QBE.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Work Arrangement: This position is based full-time in our office and requires on-site attendance.

The salary range for this role is: $41.50

Your New Role

• Review the recommendations made based on QBE's appetite, pricing, coverage, and conditions of new business.
• Support the management of an assigned book of business under the supervision of a Senior Associate and/or Underwriter.
• Maintain and develop relationships with assigned select brokers.
• Evaluate risk on current customers and prospects.
• Provide a timely and professional level of service to internal and external customers.
• Assist with the review and analysis of the portfolio to evaluate progress toward business objectives and identify opportunities.
• Consistently adhere to underwriting compliance with business and regulatory requirements.
• Support the execution of timely and efficient underwriting activities by following established guidelines.

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Experience

• Experience with underwriting and insurance coursework.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Principles and processes for providing customer service
• Terminology, function and fundamental capabilities of common computers, software, information and communication technology devices, components, and concepts

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:

• 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

To learn more, click here: Benefits | QBE US.

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.

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

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

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Backlog Management, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Data Entry, Financial Advising, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Policy Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Underwriting Support

Application Close Date: 31/08/2026 11:59 PM