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QBE Insurance Group Underwriter - Construction
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loacation Birmingham, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
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Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee The purpose of this role is to underwrite business in accordance with the business plan within set underwriting guidelines, service standards and within individual earned or delegated underwriting authority.. This role involves underwriting complex new businesses, and offering specialist advice. Additionally, the role is responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, staying informed about industry standards and new product introductions and coaching and mentoring Underwriters and Assistant Underwriters. Underwriter – Construction   Role Highlights     Birmingham, with hybrid working   This is an exciting opportunity to truly develop the portfolio and build out new business opportunities     The Opportunity     We are currently hiring for a   Construction   Underwriter to join our   well-established underwriting   team based in   Birmingham   and contribute to   supporting the wider   Construction   team across all of QBE’s UK offices.     Our   Construction and Engineering team provides insurance for some of the UK’s largest contractors and major UK and European projects. We cover a broad spectrum of construction risks, from building works and machinery installation to complex civil engineering projects.   This is   a great opportunity   to be part of an environment where you are empowered to use your own subject matter   expertise   to further develop your Underwriting career.   About QBE        At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.        We’re   an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means   we’re   big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.   It’s   an exciting time.   We’re   building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner .     What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team,   you’ll   get to spend every day working with people who are passionate,   talented   and kind.   Your new role     Underwrite insurance risks   in accordance with   the Business Plan and the personal authority to meet business objectives   Build and   maintain   strong relationships with stakeholders including customers, brokers, business   partners   and colleagues, to maximise influence   Participate fully and use your   expertise   to shape and develop strategy,   knowledge   and best practice   Positively promote the department,   division   and company as a whole,   in order to   maximise brand leverage   Comply with   all legal and regulatory requirements to ensure obligations are met   Adhere to underwriting standards,   instructions   and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency   Actively keep abreast of market dynamics and   demonstrate   market cycle awareness to be able to   operate   effectively and appropriately    Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.    QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.     About you       Thorough understanding of CAR,   EAR   and Contractors Plant insurance   Good understanding of the opportunities and challenges within the UK construction industry   Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment   Capability to analyse and interpret data    Intermediate level understanding of relevant software, including Excel and other departmental software packages.   Good verbal and written communication skills     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:    As well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you!         30 days holiday a year   with the   option   to buy up to 2   additional   days.        Flexible working   -   balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all,   this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.        Pension –   you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.        To learn more about benefits of working with us, click    Rewarding our people - QBE European Operations     Awards & Recognition   We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:   Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025:     Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance    To learn more about our achievements, click  here         Apply now and   let’s   make it happen!      If   you’re   looking for a career that combines your   expertise   and your empathy, click Apply today .     Your career. At the heart of it.         Skills: Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Financial Modeling, Financial Products, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Risk Appetite, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management 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.

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