Delegated Underwriter Authority Analyst

Primary Details

• Location:
  
  London
• Type:
  Permanent, full time
• Hybrid role, happy to talk flexible working

Our QPS (QBE Portfolio Solutions) portfolio is a key strategic priority for QBE, with significant growth achieved to date and ambitious plans for continued expansion. To support this, we have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Delegated Underwriting Authority (DUA) professional to join the team and support the effective delivery of delegated underwriting activity across the QPS portfolio.

This role supports a London‑based team and works closely with Underwriters, providing administrative and analytical support for third‑party delegated authority arrangements, ensuring compliance with the QPS DUA Framework and Lloyd’s requirements.

You will support a broad, multi‑class delegated portfolio and work closely with Compliance and other internal teams to help ensure delegated authority business operates in line with Lloyd’s Code of Practice, minimum standards and internal governance frameworks.

Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.

At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.

We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

• Support Underwriters and the DUA team with end‑to‑end due diligence for onboarding new delegated authority business and renewing existing arrangements.
• Provide ongoing support to Underwriters and the DUA team in the monitoring of multiple Coverholders.
• Manage bordereaux and premium monitoring, including ingestion and review of high‑volume data to ensure adherence to QPS minimum requirements and support regulatory and Lloyd’s returns where required.
• Lead underwriting reviews and drive timely completion by proactively coordinating resources and ensuring internal deadlines are met.
• Assist with the production of regular reporting, including monitoring key performance indicators, controls and exception reporting for internal stakeholders.
• Review new and renewing documentation (e.g. lineslips and master policies) to ensure required standards and controls are met.
• Maintain accurate records and data relating to delegated authority arrangements within internal systems.
• Support ad‑hoc DUA initiatives and process improvements, contributing to the ongoing development of delegated authority practices.

• Previous experience working within a Delegated Underwriting Authority environment, including some Lloyd’s market knowledge is essential
• Good analytical skills with the ability to identify, manipulate and analyse data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and lookups.
• Strong attention to detail with a sound due diligence mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple work streams and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft clear emails, reports and other written correspondence.
• Working knowledge of Lloyd’s Atlas and DCOM systems.

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

• 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
• Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.
• Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.

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