The Opportunity
Represent QBE as a thought leader in assigned line(s) of business and maintain strong knowledge of full product suite across NA to promote brand awareness. Lead profitable underwriting operations for assigned line(s) of business by developing and communicating a strategic vision for department growth, setting team priorities and guiding adherence to quality metrics to ensure department risk selection aligns with organizational profitability objectives. Line(s) of business includes Healthcare Liability - Life Sciences.
Primary Responsibilities
• Provide support to the continued enhancement of the capability of the broader Underwriting team through direct management and informal coaching/mentoring
•Develop and communicate a strategic vision for department growth by setting team priorities and guiding adherence to quality metrics to ensure department risk selection aligns with organizational profitability objectives
•Foster a collaborative approach to growing the business by communicating with peers, identifying profit and loss trends, developing strategic portfolio growth initiatives and informing team on changing underwriting guidelines to drive achievement of department profitability objectives
•Leverage advanced technical expertise to formulate innovative strategies for expanding QBE’s customer base in conjunction and collaboration with sales and marketing
•Develop and maintain underwriting guidelines and best practices, in accordance with federal and state regulations, to ensure integrity of assigned line(s) of business
•Manage the underwriting team for assigned line(s) of business by overseeing and evaluating new and renewal business to ensure risk quality and proper insurance to value
•Drive standardization of underwriting across assigned business line(s) by defining risk assessment parameters, setting quality service standards and developing and leading self-audit initiatives to foster consistent and profitable risk selection
•Capitalize on opportunities for continuous improvement by reviewing reports on loss ratios and conducting research on market trends and best practices to enhance portfolio and ensure organization is competitive in the marketplace
•Build, foster and maintain internal and external relationships by leading the delivery of training, utilizing individual credibility to inform on risk exposure decision-making processes and leading team to efficiently underwrite prospective business to meet service expectations and enhance organizational reputation
•Develop sustainable underwriting operations for business line(s) by analyzing, refining and enhancing current practices to ensure future planning aligns with long-range business growth objectives
Required Education
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Required Experience
• 10+ years relevant experience
Preferred Competencies/Skills
• Provide vision and think creatively and innovatively; implement strategies to improve efficiency
•Strong technology and systems aptitude of underwriting practices and procedures
•Build and capitalize on beneficial internal and external relationships
•Collaborate with senior leaders within the organization to accomplish a common goal
•Utilize effective research and investigative techniques
•Analyze risks, benefits and opportunities to ensure organizational competitiveness and satisfaction of established long-range objectives
•Foster and promote collaboration and teamwork
•Adjust plans, goals, actions or priorities to meet changing situations; guide others through change
•Prioritize interests of the company and community during decision-making
•Leverage business and financial expertise
•Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others
•Show empathy and sensitivity to the experience of others; act fairly, ethically and with integrity when decision-making, managing or working with a team and corresponding with customers
•Inform team about organizational change and integrations through a variety of means
•Motivational, inspirational and enthusiastic approach to team leading and management
Preferred Experience
• Extensive underwriting experience is required
•Specific experience required will vary based on assigned line/s of business
•Experience managing or leading others
•Increasing levels of responsibility
•Participation in industry events that support continuous education and superior technical proficiency and underwriting competence
Preferred Licenses/Certifications
• Depending on assigned line/s of business, specific participation and memberships are preferred and may include one or more of the following:
•Professional Liability Underwriting Society
•RIMS
Preferred Knowledge
• Advanced working knowledge of products and insurance operations, underwriting processes and procedures
•Advanced working knowledge of laws and regulations related to area of responsibility
•Advanced working knowledge of terminology, concepts and principles related to strategic planning
•Advanced working knowledge of market trends and current organizational strategies
•Advanced working knowledge of competitive carriers’ best practices and market intelligence
QBE Cultural DNA
We can never really predict what’s around the corner, but at QBE we’re asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future by helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.
We’re an international insurer that’s building momentum towards realizing our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
And our people will be at the center of our success. We’re proud to work together, and encourage each other to enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities.
With more than 12,000 people working across 27 countries, we’re big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind.
We believe this is our moment: What if it was yours too?
Your career at QBE — let’s make it happen!
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US Only - Travel Frequency
• Frequent (approximately 10+ trips annually)
US Only - Physical Demands
• General office jobs: Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.
US Only - Disclaimer
• To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.
Job Type
• Manager
Global Disclaimer
• The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee’s normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.
Inclusion of Diversity
At QBE, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where each person is valued and respected for their authentic selves. If you require any assistance, such as alternative interview accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to inform our Talent Acquisition team.
Compensation
Base pay offered will vary depending on, but not limited to education, experience, skills, geographic location and business needs
Annual Salary Range: $217,000 - $325,000
AL, AR, AZ, CO (Remote), DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL (Remote), IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX (Remote, Plano), UT, VA, VT, WI, WV and WY
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Annual Salary Range: $239,000 - $358,000
CA (Remote, Fresno, Irvine and Woodland), Greenwood Village CO, CT, Chicago IL, MA, MD, NY (Remote), RI, Houston TX and WA
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Annual Salary Range: $271,000 - $406,000
NJ and New York City NY
Benefit Highlights
You are more than your work – and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why QBE provides you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. Employees scheduled over 30 hours a week will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health.
We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution and a paid-time off program. In addition, our paid-family and care-giver leaves are available to support our employees and their families. Regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance.
At QBE, we understand that exceptional employee benefits go beyond mere coverage and compensation. We recognize the importance of flexibility in the work environment to promote a healthy balance, and we are committed to facilitating personal and professional integration for our employees. That's why we offer the opportunity for hybrid work arrangements.
If this role necessitates a hybrid working model, candidates must be open to attending the office 8-12 days per month. This approach ensures a collaborative and supportive work environment where team members can come together to innovate and drive success.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.