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Business underwriting lead

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Job Description:

Our client is a premier listed general insurer with a celebrated history of financial stability and a superior A+ credit rating. They are at an exciting inflection point, driving a multi-year strategic transformation focused on digital innovation, customer-centricity, and accelerated growth. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced underwriting leader to join their ambitious team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their commercial insurance business.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop and execute the business strategy for the commercial underwriting division, aligning with the company's overall transformation goals and growth targets
  • Hold full P&L responsibility for the commercial lines portfolio, managing the GWP and underwriting profit budget
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of underwriters, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and client-centricity
  • Oversee all underwriting governance, ensuring the development and implementation of robust underwriting guidelines, policies, and authorities
  • Act as the senior technical referral point for the team, evaluating, underwriting, and quoting complex, high-value risks across all commercial classes (e.g., Property, Casualty, Engineering, Marine)
  • Proactively manage the portfolio, monitoring performance, and implementing pricing and product strategies to ensure sustainable profitability
  • Drive client-centric business development, personally managing and building relationships with key direct corporate clients and major broker channels
  • Work with business development teams to build pipelines on new business opportunities and to maintain high renewal retention
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Actuarial, Claims, Risk Engineering) to develop innovative, market-leading insurance solutions for clients

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in general insurance underwriting, with a strong focus on commercial lines
  • Proven experience (5+ years) in a leadership or team management capacity
  • Deep technical expertise across complex commercial lines (Property, Casualty, Engineering, Marine)
  • A proven track record of managing a P&L, driving GWP growth, and maintaining underwriting profitability
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline
  • Professional insurance qualifications (e.g., ACII, ANZIIF, or Certificate in General Insurance) are highly desirable
  • Exceptional business development, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • A proactive, enterprising, and collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, transformative environment
What we offer:
  • A unique opportunity to be a key leader in a company-wide strategic transformation
  • A highly visible role with P&L responsibility and significant exposure to senior management
  • The stability of a market-leading, A-rated insurer combined with the growth mindset of a digital-first company
  • A competitive remuneration package and a collaborative, high-performance culture

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 23, 2025

Expiration:
January 06, 2026

Work Type:
Hybrid work
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