Life Underwriter

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Underwriter to evaluate and analyse new and existing Individual and Group Risk business. This role is ideal for an ambitious professional with 3-5 years of underwriting experience. The successful candidate will be a clear and logical thinker with exceptional attention to detail, eager to advance their career in underwriting.  This is a 12-month maternity leave contract

Your Role

As an Underwriter, your main responsibilities will include:

• Assessing and applying appropriate terms within authority and in accordance with company philosophy for Life, Serious Illness, and Income Protection (IP) proposals, including:
  • Consideration of medical, occupational, and avocational risks
  • Assessment of financial risks
• Producing high-quality underwriting decisions in a timely manner
• Engaging with the Chief Medical Officer and reinsurers on complex cases
• Interacting with the New Business department to ensure effective and efficient communication of underwriting requirements and final decisions on applications
• Effectively interacting with brokers and broker consultants to explain underwriting requirements and decisions
• Working independently with a high degree of accuracy
• Building underwriting experience through attendance at appropriate training seminars and broker workshops as required

Your Skills and Experience

As an Underwriter, your skills and qualifications will include:

• Graduate with a Diploma in Life and Disability Underwriting (preferable)
• 3-5 years of market experience with Underwriting Authority for Life, Serious Illness, and preferably IP
• Commitment to achieving excellent customer outcomes
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage time and workload effectively, displaying a flexible approach to work and learning
• Team player

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role that will initially be office-based to allow for onboarding.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, we look forward to receiving your application. This role may be available on a part-time basis. Please discuss with us the flexibility you may require.

Remuneration Package

Salary will be based on experience.

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