The position is responsible for the assessment of new business, additions, alterations or other relevant transactions for all of MetLife's risk products within their delegated authority.
Additional key responsibilities include mentoring underwriters; undertaking over-authority checking; developing and presenting training to staff as required; and working with the technical underwriting team to develop guidelines as appropriate.Analyse personal, financial and medical data in order to assess insurance applications via desktop and telephone underwritingUnderwrite all product lines and perks within established underwriting authority, service standards and productivity targetsUnderwrite to MetLife'sstated underwritingstandards and principles to ensure profitable and reasonable risks are acceptedContribute to development and monitoring of underwriting rules for MetLife's automated underwriting engineConsults with senior staff, other underwriters and the Chief Medical Officer as requiredKeeping abreast of industry trends and providing input into the formulation of the underwriting policy, philosophy and process as requiredProvide technical advice and guidance to other team members, including reviewing and signing off when second signatory is requiredProvide coaching and mentoring to underwriters within the teamBuild and maintain strong relationships with advisers/brokers, reinsurers, intermediaries, and service providersWork within Legal,



Compliance and other regulatory frameworkUndertake retrospective underwriting reviews in a timely manner within legal frameworksPromote MetLife's values to external clients and customersProvide underwriting opinions to Claims and other teamsPerform other appropriate tasks as designated by UnderwritingManagementSelf motivated with excellent time management skillsAbility to contribute positively and consistently to the underwriting team's rules of engagement and MetLife's culture of Fast, Easy and CaringExperience in underwriting of all products (Term Life, TPD, Critical Illness and IP including complex medical and financial risksAbility to work across multiple product lines including retail, group and corporate streamsExpertise maintaining relationships at all levels whilst displaying strong interpersonal skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsSolid commercial and industry awarenessStrong customer focus, excellent problem solving ability, analytical skills and adaptability to changeDesire to be actively involved in industry seminars, discussion groups and forumsQualification Required:Minimum five years of underwriting experience across all risk types (retail, group and Corporate)Key Business Relationships:InternalUnderwriting team membersTechnical underwriting teamClaims team membersProduct teamsAdministration teamsDistributions, marketing and actuarial teamsLegal and ComplianceExternalLife insurance industryBenefits We OfferWhen you join MetLife Australia, you are joining a company that demonstrates holistic care and wellbeing for employees with benefits and programs that address physical, mental, social and financial health.




We offer life insurance benefits, generous paid parental leave, market leading menopause and fertility leave, car leasing and more.
As well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP), access to 360Health medical support, volunteer leave and study assistance.About MetLifeRecognised on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best WorkplacesTM, as well as the Diversity Council of Australia Inclusive Employer Award, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers.
With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future.
We're looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done.
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📌 Senior Underwriter (Sydney)
🏢 MetLif
📍 Sydney