The Company

Fortune 500 Company. Fast growing, dynamic organisation, dedicated to the development of its people.

At Berkley Insurance Australia, we combine the strength and stability of a Fortune 500 organisation with the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a specialist insurer. We are committed to delivering exceptional service to our broker partners while empowering our people to make decisions, innovate and build long-term success.

Join a high-performing team where you’ll bring senior underwriting expertise, influence portfolio performance, and play a key role in shaping business outcomes. This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex risks, strengthen broker partnerships at a senior level, and contribute to the strategic direction of a growing portfolio.

The Role

Working as part of a collaborative team, you will underwrite General Liability at a Senior level.

In this role, you will develop long-term, sustainable broker relationships through established networks and an allocated broker portfolio, working closely with the State Manager Victoria & Tasmania. You will contribute to the profitable growth and strategic development of the Victoria & Tasmania portfolio while supporting broader business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead underwriting of General Liability products within delegated authority

- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to Underwriters within the Victoria team

- Develop and maintain strong, senior-level broker relationships to support profitable portfolio growth

- Deliver excellent service standards, ensuring high-quality underwriting decisions and timely responses

- Evaluate, negotiate, and approve complex insurance quotations





- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and portfolio profitability

- Represent the organisation at industry events and relevant professional organisations

- Collaborate with the State Manager in business planning, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic decision-making

- Oversee adherence to underwriting governance, compliance standards, and risk appetite

About You

You are a highly experienced underwriting professional with strong technical capability and a commercial mindset. You are confident managing complex risks, influencing outcomes, and building trusted relationships at a senior level.

You bring a proactive approach to portfolio management, coupled with the ability to mentor others and contribute to broader business strategy.

Essential

- Minimum 10+ years insurance industry experience in underwriting and/or broking

- Solid technical underwriting capability across General Liability

- Proven ability to negotiate and approve complex insurance quotations

- Strong broker relationship management and marketing skills

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- High level of numeracy and analytical capability

- Proficiency in Excel, Lotus Notes, and standard business software programs

- Demonstrated leadership capability, interpersonal savvy, and ability to mentor others

- Strong decision-making capability with a balanced approach to risk

Desired

- Diploma or Degree in Business, Insurance, or a related field

- Experience managing or supporting a regional underwriting portfolio

Everything Counts. Everyone Matters.

Apply now with your CV and cover letter.
No agencies please.

📌 Senior Underwriter General Liability (Melbourne)
🏢 Berkley Insurance
📍 Melbourne