Liability Underwriter

A new transformational adventure awaits you…

How does 5 weeks of annual leave, a fulfilling career you'll genuinely enjoy, and working for a reputable organization that promotes wellbeing and drives digital transformation sound to you?

As one of Forbes 2024 ‘World’s Best Employers’ and Fortune’s ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’ for 2025, Zurich – a leader in the insurance industry – is on a journey towards a brighter future. A brighter future for you – focused on your career, your wellbeing, and your community – as well as our customers and the planet.

Join Zurich Australia as a Liability Underwriter and play a pivotal role within our newly established Authorised Representative (AR) division, dedicated to supporting and growing AR networks across Australia. This division is focused on ambitious growth targets in a rapidly expanding segment, driving business development and unlocking new opportunities for Zurich and our partners.

• Underwrite and analyse renewal business within delegated authority levels, support new business opportunities, and contribute to sales and retention targets.
• Collaborate with Authorised Representatives and internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and support Zurich’s value proposition.
• Leverage data insights and underwriting tools to inform pricing, coverage decisions, and risk assessments.
• Maintain strong broker and client relationships to support retention, acquisition, and cross‑sell opportunities.
• Monitor and manage portfolio performance, identifying trends and opportunities to improve profitability and risk selection.
• Embrace Zurich’s digital platforms to drive underwriting efficiency and enhance customer engagement.

• Experience in liability underwriting with a strong track record of sound decision‑making and technical excellence.
• Demonstrated proficiency in risk assessment, exposure analysis, pricing, and use of underwriting tools and frameworks.
• Strong working knowledge of General Insurance underwriting, relevant industry regulations, and market trends.
• Excellent relationship management, sales, and negotiation skills, with a customer‑centric approach.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and commitment to underwriting discipline.
• Continuous learning mindset and ability to adapt to evolving practices and digital transformation within the industry.

• Enjoy 5 weeks of annual leave for permanent staff through our Z leave initiative, with 15 days of personal/carer’s leave and access to Family Care (parental leave).
• Benefit from a hybrid working arrangement – 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home per week for full‑time employees.
• Access programs to stay healthy and feel healthier, receive an AUD $500 wellbeing payment per year, and a AUD $295 new‑starter e‑voucher for your work‑from‑home setup.
• Grow and thrive in your career with award‑winning training programs and ongoing development support.
• Work with global, diverse, and inclusive teams; explore your passions, fuel innovation, drive equity, collaborate, and make a positive difference.
• Take advantage of global mobility opportunities across more than 200 countries worldwide.
• Volunteer and work in our state‑of‑the‑art Green Star‑rated offices and adopt flexible dress codes.
• We plant a tree for every new employee.
• Our employer‑of‑choice recognitions include WGEA, Family Inclusive Workplace, Gold AWEI Employer, Pride in Diversity, and others.

Zurich is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair and accessible for all candidates. If you require any special accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, we encourage you to please let us know at the time of your application.

So, if you want to come on an adventure that will build a brighter future together, and feel a sense of togetherness, please apply today to start your adventure!