Underwriter - Casualty

Overview

Underwriter – UK Casualty (Glasgow with hybrid working). Time Type:
Full time. Worker Type:
Employee. To underwrite business in accordance with the business plan and within delegated underwriting authority.

• Underwrite insurance risks in accordance with the Business Plan and the personal authority to meet business objectives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including customers, brokers, business partners and colleagues, to maximise influence
• Develop relationships in line with the Business Plan to support the achievement of business objectives
• Understand and comply with QBE reinsurance strategy to minimise risk and deliver business plan objectives
• Participate fully and use your expertise to shape and develop strategy, knowledge and best practice
• Positively promote the department, division and company as a whole, in order to maximise brand leverage
• Comply with all legal and regulatory requirements to ensure obligations are met
• Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency
• Actively keep abreast of market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness to be able to operate effectively and appropriately
• Ensure clear and prompt communication to UA’s in relation to Underwriting and aggregate exposures ensuring entries on EO systems are accurate

• Proven experience in Casualty (or Property & Casualty) underwriting within the insurance industry
• An understanding of profit drivers and strategic decision-making to support long-term growth
• Proficiency in Excel and underwriting tools, with the ability to analyse data and modelled results
• Solid grasp of legal, regulatory, and risk profiling requirements
• Ability to lead by example, influence others, and negotiate effectively
• Excellent prioritisation, interpersonal, and programme design skills

• 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days
• Flexible working – balancing work and life with options including part-time, job share and compressed hours
• Pension – automatic enrolment into the QBE pension plan with employer contributions of 10% of basic salary

• Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025:
  Winner – Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year;
  Winner – Reinsurer of the Year (QBE Re);
  Winner – ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year;
  Winner – Insurance Personality of the Year (Chris Wallace)

Apply today to join a team recognised for depth of experience and strong reputation in the Scottish market. YOUR CAREER. AT THE HEART OF IT.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.