Assistant Underwriter

<h2>Company Details</h2> <p>Fortune 500 Company. Fast growing, dynamic organisation, dedicated to the development of its people.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Our organisation is actively committed to Innovation. Team members throughout our business live the Innovation Behaviours. This fosters an Innovation culture where new skills are learnt, ideas are shared and opportunities are created as we strive for better outcome.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>The Role</h2> <p><strong>The Role</strong></p> <p>As an Assistant Underwriter, you’ll play a key role in supporting our underwriting team, working closely with experienced underwriters and brokers. This is an excellent opportunity to build your technical expertise, gain exposure to Financial Lines and General Liability, and establish a strong foundation for a long-term underwriting career.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Working as part of a collaborative team, you will provide administrative support to the local and interstate underwriting team.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Prepare and process renewals, new business, cancellations and endorsements</p></li> <li><p>Produce and issue policy documentation, including schedules, endorsements and certificates</p></li> <li><p>Manage broker enquiries, quotes and follow-ups in a timely manner</p></li> <li><p>Maintain accurate records, including registering submissions in underwriting systems</p></li> <li><p>Support underwriting operations, including inbox management, administrative tasks and workflow coordination</p></li> <li><p>Assist with risk research and debtor management to support underwriting decisions</p></li> </ul> <h2>The Candidate - Skills, Qualifications &amp; Experience</h2> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>You are a motivated and detail-oriented insurance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy working collaboratively while also being confident working independently and managing competing priorities. You are keen to continue building your capability and develop your career in underwriting.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><em>Essential</em></strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Minimum two years’ insurance experience, with a strong customer service and administrative background</p></li> <li><p>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business systems</p></li> <li><p>Strong attention to detail, with the ability to process information quickly and accurately</p></li> <li><p>Ability to manage high-volume workloads and competing priorities</p></li> <li><p>Strong written communication skills, with the ability to work both collaboratively and independently while maintaining a service-oriented approach</p></li> </ul> <p><strong><em>Desired</em></strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Knowledge of general insurance products, with an understanding of underwriting and claims principles</p></li> <li><p>Interest in developing expertise in Financial Lines and General Liability</p></li> <li><p>Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline</p></li> <li><p>General Insurance qualifications</p></li> </ul>