Full‑time permanent hybrid role based in Melbourne, Australia.

About the Role

As Financial Lines Underwriting Manager, you will report to the Head of Financial Lines and lead a team of underwriters, overseeing the Financial Lines business in Victoria and Tasmania. You will develop and execute strategic initiatives to enhance our portfolio, drive profitability, and strengthen client relationships.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement a strategic vision for the Financial Lines division, ensuring alignment with QBE’s objectives.
Lead a team of underwriters and specialists, fostering a culture of high performance and professional growth.
Drive profitable growth by identifying recent business opportunities and optimising the existing portfolio.
Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and industry partners to enhance market presence.
Oversee underwriting guidelines, risk assessment, and pricing strategies to ensure sustainable profitability.
Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as actuarial, claims,



and legal teams to optimise product offerings and risk management.

Qualifications and Attributes
Proven track record in financial lines insurance with underwriting, broking, or risk management experience.
Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop talent.
Deep understanding of financial lines products, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
Strategic thinker capable of driving innovation and business growth.

Benefits
Hybrid working model to support work‑life balance.
Competitive leave and life leave packages.
Versatile parental leave for new parents.
Discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services.

Equal Employment Prospect

QBE is an equal prospect employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
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📌 Vic/tas Financial Lines Underwriting Manager Melbourne
🏢 Qbe Insurance
📍 Melbourne