Next Generation Associate Underwriter Accident & Health

QBE North America; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family leave

401(k) with company match

Well-being program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Networks

Job summary

QBE North America is offering an entry‑level Associate Underwriter role as part of the Next Generation Underwriting Program. Based in Marblehead, MA, you’ll receive hands‑on training, shadow experienced underwriters, and build core A&H underwriting knowledge while preparing for broader opportunities within the team.

Upon successful completion, you may transition to satellite A&H underwriting offices in Plano, TX, Edina, MN, or Marblehead, MA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience with underwriting and insurance coursework.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support the build upon product, system and process knowledge.
• 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 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

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Primary Details

Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

The Opportunity: The purpose of this role is to support Accident & Health (A&H) underwriters in preparing quotes, following up with producers, and reviewing plan changes and amendments. You’ll work closely under supervision to build a strong foundation in A&H underwriting principles and operations. As a participant in QBE's Next Generation Underwriting Program, you’ll gain real-world experience as an Associate Underwriter, sharpen your interpersonal skills, and engage in an accelerated training curriculum that prepares you for a long-term career in underwriting within a global and diverse environment.

This is a year-long program based in Marblehead, Massachusetts, where you’ll receive immersive, hands‑on training and shadowing opportunities with our expert A&H underwriting team. The goal is to equip you with the skills and confidence to transition into an independent underwriting role by the end of the program.

Upon successful completion, participants will transition into roles at one of our satellite A&H underwriting offices located in Plano, TX, Edina, MN, or Marblehead, MA. Therefore, candidates must have ties to one of these locations, as relocation support is only offered for the first year in Marblehead.

Location: Marblehead, MA

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

The pay rate: $41.50

Your New Role

• Support the build upon product, system and process knowledge.
• 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 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

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

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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