MECON, part of the UAA Group, partners with insurance brokers to deliver tailored solutions for a wide range of clients and industries within the construction industry. With our experience, technical knowledge and commitment to service, we are a trusted business partner who responds quickly and efficiently, helping our brokers get their clients properly insured. MECON is driven by the purpose to ensure our clients have confidence that their future is protected. Our services and team culture are driven by our values of Integrity, Innovation, Connection, Resilience and Growth.
The Role
Reporting to the Regional Manager North, you will provide vital underwriting support to the Brisbane team, helping to develop and maintain a profitable portfolio while delivering exceptional service to our broker partners. You will support the underwriting team through endorsements, extensions, policy administration and broker service activities, while assisting with phone management and day-to-day operational support across the branch.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and process endorsements and policy extensions
- Review scheme new business and renewal documentation
- Provide underwriting support in line with delegated authority levels
- Respond to broker enquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Assist with the management and distribution of incoming phone calls
- Build and maintain positive relationships with brokers and intermediaries
- Deliver high-quality customer service and accurate policy administration
- Work closely with underwriters and internal stakeholders to support service delivery
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and team objectives
- Support other facets of the MECON business as required
About You
- Minimum 2 years' experience within the insurance industry or a relevant tertiary qualification
- Robust administration and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes
- A customer-focused approach and willingness to learn
- Experience working in an underwriting or insurance administration environment will be highly regarded
- Full Australian working rights are required for this position
How We Will Support You
At MECON, we believe in supporting and growing our people. The Underwriting Administrator will benefit from a range of offerings that reflect the company's values and support wellbeing both at work and at home:
- Study Assistance
- Additional Leave Benefits
- Life, Total Permanent Disability and Salary Continuance Insurance
- Group Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 16 weeks' gender-equal paid parental leave
At MECON, we recognise diversity as a key asset to our business and we are committed to an inclusive workplace that respects all cultures, unique perspectives and support our people to perform at their best and develop to their full potential. This helps us to create a positive impact for customers, communities and each other every day.
MECON acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands upon which we work on. MECON pays respect to the Elders, past, present and emerging and extends that respect to other Indigenous Australians. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.