Senior Accident & Health Underwriter | Growth & Strategy

QBE North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

QBE North America in New York is seeking an experienced underwriter to manage underwriting for new business and renewals within defined guidelines and authority levels. You will support profitability of the Accident & Health portfolio and build strong relationships with agents and customers across assigned territories.

You will review quotes, assess risk, and ensure adherence to loss ratio goals and rate targets while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver timely decisions.

Qualifications

• Necessary Qualifications include a tertiary degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Moderate relevant underwriting experience preferred.
• Underwriting experience in the insurance industry with risk profiling and pricing tools is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal business to meet department targets.
• Prepare quotes, review amendments, and manage plan exceptions.
• Maintain adherence to loss ratio goals and rate/persistency targets.
• Develop relationships with agents and customers to understand needs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to share information and support objectives.
• Comply with organisational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide timely, professional service and decisive underwriting decisions.
• Evaluate risk for profitability and identify growth opportunities.
• Maintain records, generate reports, and monitor performance against targets.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Business Development

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Financial Advising

Health Insurance

Insurance Underwriting

Intentional collaboration

Managing performance

Policy Analysis

Portfolio Management

Prioritization

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Underwriting Analysis

Education

Tertiary Degree

Job description

QBE North America in New York is seeking an experienced underwriter to manage underwriting for new business and renewals within defined guidelines and authority levels. You will support profitability of the Accident & Health portfolio and build strong relationships with agents and customers across assigned territories.

You will review quotes, assess risk, and ensure adherence to loss ratio goals and rate targets while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver timely decisions.