- Lead and manage the underwriting team for assigned line(s) of business by overseeing and evaluating new and renewal business to ensure risk quality and proper insurance to value
- Drive standardization of underwriting by defining risk assessment parameters, setting quality service standards and developing and leading self-audit initiatives to foster consistent and profitable risk selection
- Foster a collaborative approach to growing the business by communicating with peers, identifying profit and loss trends, developing strategic portfolio growth initiatives and informing team on changing underwriting guidelines to drive achievement of department profitability objectives
- Capitalize on opportunities for continuous improvement by reviewing reports on loss ratios, conducting research on market trends and best practices and leading the implementation of innovative underwriting strategies to enhance portfolio and ensure organization is competitive in the marketplace
- Build, foster and maintain internal and external relationships by leading the delivery of training, utilizing individual credibility to inform on risk exposure decision-making processes and leading team to efficiently underwrite prospective business to meet service expectations and enhance organizational reputation
- Develop sustainable underwriting operations by analyzing, refining and enhancing current practices to ensure future planning aligns with long-range business growth objectives
- Manage budgeted resources by anticipating expenditures, accurately forecasting resource needs/costs and properly accounting for expenses to meet requirements and achieve fiscal responsibilityRequired Education
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experienceRequired Experience
- 10+ years relevant experiencePreferred Competencies/Skills
- Build and capitalize on beneficial internal and external relationships
- Collaborate at different levels within the organization to accomplish a common goal
- Understand the potential intended and unintended consequences of a given decision, both small-scale and on the organization as a whole
- Utilize effective research and investigative techniques
- Provide vision and think creatively and innovatively; implement strategies to improve efficiency
- Analyze risks, benefits and opportunities to ensure organizational competitiveness and satisfaction of established long-range objectives
- Foster and promote collaboration and teamwork
- Adjust plans, goals, actions or priorities to meet changing situations; guide others through change
- Prioritize interests of the company and community during decision-making
- Leverage business and financial expertise
- Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others
- Show empathy and sensitivity to the experience of others; act fairly, ethically and with integrity when decision-making, managing or working with a team and corresponding with customers
- Inform team about organizational change and integrations through a variety of means
- Motivational, inspirational and enthusiastic approach to team leading and managementPreferred Experience
- Extensive underwriting experience is required
- experience managing or leading others
- increasing levels of responsibility
- Participation in industry events that support continuous education and superior technical proficiency and underwriting competencePreferred Knowledge
- Advanced working knowledge of products and insurance operations, underwriting processes and procedures
- Advanced working knowledge of laws and regulations related to area of responsibility
- Advanced working knowledge of terminology, concepts and principles related to strategic planning
- Advanced working knowledge of market trends and current organizational strategiesQBE Cultural DNA We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future by helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.
- Frequent (approximately 10+ trips annually)US Only - Physical Demands
- To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.
- ManagerGlobal Disclaimer
- The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee's normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.
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VP, Underwriting - Houston, TX, United States - QBE Insurance Group
Description
Primary DetailsTime Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
EmployeeThe OpportunityLead profitable underwriting operations for assigned line(s) of business by developing and communicating a strategic vision for department growth, setting team priorities and guiding adherence to quality metrics to ensure department risk selection aligns with organizational profitability objectives.
Primary ResponsibilitiesWe're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realizing our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
And our people will be at the center of our success.We're proud to work together, and encourage each other to enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities.
With more than 12,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind.
We believe this is our moment:
What if it was yours too?Your career at QBE — let's make it happenUS Only - Travel Frequency
General office jobs:
Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.US Only - Disclaimer
Annual Salary Range:
$178,000 - $266,000AL, AR, AZ, CO (Remote), DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL (Remote), IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX (Remote, Plano), UT, VA, VT, WI, WV and WY* * * * *
Annual Salary Range: $196,000 - $293,000CA (Remote, Fresno, Irvine and Woodland), Greenwood Village CO, CT, Chicago IL, MA, MD, NY (Remote), RI, Houston TX and WA* * * * *
Annual Salary Range: $223,000 - $333,000San Francisco CA, NJ and New York City NYBenefit HighlightsYou are more than your work – and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why QBE provides you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. Employees scheduled over 30 hours a week will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health. We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution and a paid-time off program. In addition, our paid-family and care-giver leaves are available to support our employees and their families. Regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE's annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. At QBE, we understand that exceptional employee benefits go beyond mere coverage and compensation. We recognize the importance of flexibility in the work environment to promote a healthy balance, and we are committed to facilitating personal and professional integration for our employees. That's why we offer the opportunity for hybrid work arrangements.
If this role necessitates a hybrid working model, candidates must be open to attending the office 8-12 days per month.
This approach ensures a collaborative and supportive work environment where team members can come together to innovate and drive success.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates
SummaryLocation:
Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; New Orleans, LA, USAType: Full time
