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Primary Details
Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Director Of Underwriting Performance Location: London or Sydney
Type: Permanent, full time
The opportunityHigh profile global leadership opportunity for an experienced Underwriting professional
Join a major Australian and international insurer during an exciting phase of our development
What if we could all have a positive impact -"at work and in the world?
Your new role
The Director of Underwriting Performance is one of two newly created senior roles within QBE's global underwriting performance team. Focused either on short tail or long tail insurance - and located in either Sydney or London - in this role you will oversee the business performance of the [LT/ST] underwriting account for the QBE Group.
Reporting to QBE's Group Head of Performance, this opportunity involves supporting the development and review of underwriting strategies and business plans, ensuring they are validated and enhanced effectively. As Director of Underwriting Performance you will analyse underwriting performance, optimizing profit contributions through regular reviews, and monitoring technical trends.
Additionally, you will represent the QBE Group Underwriting Office at various forums and participate in global initiatives to drive operating excellence and enhance interdivisional cooperation. Finally, you will act as a trusted advisor; developing and supporting the organization with an integrated business plan and performance tracking and fostering effective partnerships with business and functional leaders.
Other key accountabilities include:Implement strategic initiatives to optimize business performance, ensure profitable growth, and align underwriting practices with business objectives and market trends.
Perform in-depth analyses of performance cells to identify improvement areas, and oversee the management of critical accumulations to mitigate risks and enhance profitability for QBE's global insurance products.
Leadprehensive analysis and derive insights to drive business performance and ensure profitable growth through advanced analytical techniques.
Provide support for Board and GEC documents related to underwriting performance, lead strategic projects, collaborate with key members, and deputize for the Group Head of Underwriting Strategy and Performance when needed.
Deliver technical expertise in underwriting analysis and performance reviews, implementing best practices and innovative methodologies for accuracy and efficiency.
Assist with the development and implementation of strategic priorities, including planning key projects, supporting executive operating rhythms, and ensuring the delivery of KPIs and objectives across the Group CUO function.
Participate in regular performance reviews, closely engaging with DCUO, group finance, and actuarial functions to align underwriting performance with financial and actuarial insights.
Network externally and internally with QBE teams worldwide to ensure consistency in processes and the adoption of best practices.
Lead by example, fostering a culture of engagement, accountability, and professional excellence, while supporting the motivation, development, and strategic priorities of underwriting teams to ensure high performance and alignment with organizational goals.
About you
This is an opportunity for a seasoned underwriting or actuarial leader with extensive experience in performance analysis and oversight within the insurance industry. You will have managed insurance portfolios at scale, and be able to leverage your understanding of insurance products to provide credible support and challenge to an executive stakeholder group, effectively navigating multiple national boundaries and regulatory regimes.
Other key skills and experiences include:Ability to clearlymunicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Passion for leading and managing teams of senior professionals within a large-scale business environment.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to strategic business planning and development, aligning initiatives with organizational strategy.
Strong skills in negotiation, persuasion, and stakeholder influence to drive collaboration and achieve objectives.
Advanced analytical and statistical skills, preferably in Actuarial, Underwriting, or Finance, with a focus on creative problem-solving.
Exceptional relationship building skillset to navigate a global insurer.
About QBE
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 - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.
We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of bing the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
And our people will be at the centre of our success. We're proud to work together, and encourage each other enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and ourmunities.
With more than more than 11,000 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?
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 and benefit from:'Hybrid Working' - a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
Our 'Thriving at our Best' wellbeing program, including free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
12 weeks' gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
The ability to maximise retirement savings through voluntary super contributions andpany matching
Ie protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiums
Additional leave and support through QBE's Family Domestic Violence First Responder Network
Discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services including benefits through our various sports and arts sponsorship partners
Rewards & Recognition
We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice
2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR Awards
Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer since 2022 - the definitive national LGBTIQ+ benchmark for workplace inclusion recognising employers achieving Gold status for 4 or more years
Ranked 6th place in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2021 as voted by graduates
Top 20 Workplaces for Dads in 2019 and 2020 (HBF Direct Advice for Dads)
Family First accredited employer since 2021
Apply now
Click APPLY to submit your application. Successful applicants will need toplete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We aremitted to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at recruitment@qbe
Application Close Date: 14/07/2024 11:59 PM
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 toply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Job ID 324914
Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Director Of Underwriting Performance
The Director of Underwriting Performance is one of two newly created senior roles within QBE's global underwriting performance team. Focused either on short tail or long tail insurance - and located in either Sydney or London - in this role you will oversee the business performance of the [LT/ST] underwriting account for the QBE Group.
Reporting to QBE's Group Head of Performance, this opportunity involves supporting the development and review of underwriting strategies and business plans, ensuring they are validated and enhanced effectively. As Director of Underwriting Performance you will analyse underwriting performance, optimizing profit contributions through regular reviews, and monitoring technical trends.
Additionally, you will represent the QBE Group Underwriting Office at various forums and participate in global initiatives to drive operating excellence and enhance interdivisional cooperation. Finally, you will act as a trusted advisor; developing and supporting the organization with an integrated business plan and performance tracking and fostering effective partnerships with business and functional leaders.
Other key accountabilities include:
This is an opportunity for a seasoned underwriting or actuarial leader with extensive experience in performance analysis and oversight within the insurance industry. You will have managed insurance portfolios at scale, and be able to leverage your understanding of insurance products to provide credible support and challenge to an executive stakeholder group, effectively navigating multiple national boundaries and regulatory regimes.
Other key skills and experiences include:
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 - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.
We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of bing the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
And our people will be at the centre of our success. We're proud to work together, and encourage each other enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and ourmunities.
With more than more than 11,000 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?
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 and benefit from:
We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
Click APPLY to submit your application. Successful applicants will need toplete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We aremitted to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at recruitment@qbe
Application Close Date: 14/07/2024 11:59 PM
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 toply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Job ID 324914
