Job Description

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

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About the Role

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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.

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Key Responsibilities

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



and legal teams to optimise product offerings and risk management.
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Qualifications and Attributes

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

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

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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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📌 VIC/TAS Financial Lines Underwriting Manager (Victoria)
🏢 Qbe Insurance
📍 Victoria